Stablecoins Process $33 Trillion in 2025 as Institutions Shift Settlement
Stablecoins moved $33 trillion in 2025, approaching card network scale. Circle and Paxos infrastructure now underpins settlement for Visa, Mastercard, Stripe, and PayPal.
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World Liberty Financial Challenges Justin Sun Over Token Freeze Dispute
World Liberty Financial has challenged Justin Sun to court over allegations of an undisclosed token freeze function. The dispute comes as WLFI tokens trade near record lows.
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Kenya Advances VASP Regulations for Crypto Firms
Kenya has completed public consultations on its draft VASP Regulations, 2026. The framework will introduce licensing, AML, and consumer protection rules for crypto firms.
WLFI Token Hits Record Low After Loan Repayment Controversy
World Liberty repaid $25 million of its Dolomite loan after criticism over using WLFI as collateral. The token fell to an all-time low during the controversy.
Iran Seeks Crypto Toll for Hormuz Transit as Stablecoins Emerge Central
Iran is demanding cryptocurrency payments from tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Chainalysis indicates stablecoins are more likely than Bitcoin to be used.
Japan Approves Bill to Classify Crypto as Financial Products
Japan has approved an amendment to classify crypto assets as financial products under the FIEA. The bill introduces insider trading bans and stricter penalties for unlicensed operators.
MiCA Compliance Costs Put Pressure on Smaller Crypto Firms
MiCA licensing and compliance costs of up to €500,000 are challenging smaller crypto firms, particularly in Germany with a shortened transition period. Large exchanges have secured EU-wide licenses.
US Treasury Proposes AML Rules for Stablecoin Issuers Under GENIUS Act
The US Treasury has proposed new AML and sanctions rules for stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act. Issuers would be treated as financial institutions and required to block or freeze flagged transactions.
US Treasury Opens Cyber Threat Intelligence to Crypto Firms
The US Treasury now offers eligible digital asset firms free access to federal cyber threat intelligence. The move follows $3.4 billion in crypto losses in 2025.
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CFTC Seeks Injunction Against Arizona Over Prediction Markets
The CFTC filed for an injunction against Arizona to stop enforcement of state gambling laws on prediction markets. The case could shape whether such platforms fall under federal or state oversight.