European regulators are increasing oversight on stablecoins like Tether (USDT) and USDC due to concerns about their reserve compositions, which may expose investors to hidden risks. Experts argue that Tether's reserves, heavily invested in gold and bitcoin, introduce volatility that contradicts the stablecoin's purpose of stability. USDC has also faced past de-pegging incidents, undermining trust among institutional investors who rely on stablecoins for secure cash-equivalent assets. This scrutiny reflects growing regulatory pressure on crypto firms to comply with emerging digital asset rules in Europe.
In 2025, the total stablecoin supply surpassed $300 billion, with Tether's USDT commanding about 58% of the market, nearing $190 billion in supply. Despite a $100 billion increase in stablecoin supply, new bank-issued and GENIUS Act-compliant stablec...
The top stablecoin issuer has submitted seven trademark applications in South Korea covering corporate branding and its gold-backed stablecoin, signaling plans to establish local operations. This move aligns with anticipated regulatory requirements t...
KITE led Upbit's crypto greed index with a score of 76 despite a 5.04% price drop to 339 won, signaling a cooling phase rather than a trend reversal. The token saw heavy trading volume (~15.06 billion won), indicating active repositioning amid sustai...
Tether has invested in LemFi to integrate USDT stablecoin into cross-border payment corridors linking Africa and Asia with Western countries. This partnership aims to replace slow, costly SWIFT settlements with near-instant stablecoin transfers, impr...
The Prime Trust Litigation Trust filed a 94-page lawsuit against Swan Bitcoin seeking to recover about $970 million in assets allegedly withdrawn before Prime Trust's bankruptcy. The complaint claims Swan Bitcoin received insider tips about Prime's f...
