CB Insights

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

This is where stablecoins come into play. Stablecoins are much more fixed than normal cryptocurrencies. As a result, stablecoins enjoy the many benefits of being a cryptocurrency (transparency, security, privacy, etc.) Recently, there has been a so-called “stablecoin invasion.” What are stablecoins? Limitations.

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The Fintech Times

JULY 15, 2024

In this article, Akshata Namjoshi, Kabir Kuma, and Ahlam Faouzi from KARM Legal Consultants , the emerging technologies-focused law firm, provide an in-depth analysis of the UAE’s regulatory landscape for stablecoins. Additionally, stablecoins are increasingly being explored for use in payments due to their stability and efficiency.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 26, 2019

The Central Bank of the Bahamas is planning to start a rollout of its new digital currency on Friday (Dec. The intent is to start a fully-fledged central bank digital currency (CBDC). While the project takes off in Exuma, the bank will be working to strengthen consumer protection and enact regulations.

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The Payments Association

MARCH 19, 2025

Notably, the rise of cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are transforming the digital payments landscape. Some governments embrace them, others restrict them, and many are still figuring out how to regulate them.

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The Payments Association

JANUARY 21, 2025

Will Marwick CEO, IFX Payments The Payments Report 2024 highlights the growing impact of digital currencies, particularly stablecoins, as transformative payment solutions. The report notes how stablecoins, supported by regulatory developments, are driving advancements in digital commerce and cross-border transactions.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 21, 2020

The Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA) is trying out blockchain in a new clearing system, and the technology could eventually be used by other large banks, according to CoinDesk. The technology is based on the RSK Smart Contract Network, and IOV made it in connection with the central bank and others, like Santander and BBVA.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 8, 2019

New regulation principles to govern digital currencies are in the works by the European Union’s finance commissioner after fears ignited by Facebook’s planned Libra coin launch, Reuters reported on Tuesday (Oct. At a G20 meeting planned for Oct.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 21, 2019

The head of Germany’s central bank warned about stablecoins, which are cryptocurrencies tied to traditional currencies, according to a report by Reuters. Jens Weidmann said that if the new currency becomes widely used, it could undermine banks. This might disrupt transaction banking and financial market intermediation.”.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

21), European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde made a case for the digital euro, saying it would provide an alternative to private digital currencies, according to her prepared opening remarks. Speaking before the Franco-German Parliamentary Assembly on Monday (Sept.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Speaking about stablecoins, which are cryptocurrencies backed by more traditional financial products, like fiat currency, securities or gold, Scholz said, “We cannot accept a parallel currency. According to a government document, Berlin is working closely with allies in Europe and abroad to prevent stablecoins from being introduced.

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The Fintech Times

JUNE 19, 2024

The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has approved new regulations for stablecoins, enabling it to integrate Dirham-backed digital currencies into its financial ecosystem. But what is the significance of its latest decision regarding stablecoins? To find out, we asked a number of financial leaders.

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Clearly Payments

JANUARY 4, 2024

Unlike traditional currencies issued by governments and central banks, cryptocurrencies are typically based on blockchain technology, a distributed ledger that records all transactions across a network of computers. What are Stablecoins? A primary USD stablecoin in USDC (aka USD coin).

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

2023 marked a pivotal year in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region’s approach to crypto regulation, influenced significantly by the preceding implosion of Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX exchange and the collapse of of Terra, the algorithmic stablecoin created by Korean entrepreneur Do Kwon.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 5, 2024

Ripple , the provider of enterprise blockchain and crypto solutions, plans to launch a stablecoin, pegged 1:1 to the US dollar (USD). Ripple’s stablecoin will be 100 per cent backed by US dollar deposits, short-term US government treasuries, and other cash equivalents. trillion by 2028. trillion by 2028.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Policymakers at the European Central Bank (ECB) will meet in Frankfurt on Wednesday (Dec. Members of the Governing Council anticipate informal discussions about digital currency, which will take place ahead of a Thursday (Dec. Lagarde has vocalized that she favors central banks releasing electronic money.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 2, 2025

Hosted at the I nstitute of Directors by the Department for Business and Trade , alongside HM Treasury and the Office for Investment, the event gathered international investors, government officials, fintech founders and trade envoys to reaffirm the UKs ambition to lead on the global fintech stage.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 26, 2024

Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), digital money regulated by a country’s central bank, are currently being tested across the world. Yet many central banks have already actioned plans to introduce them. Developed and emerging markets alike are considering the possibility of introducing CBDCs.

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CoinRemitter

APRIL 3, 2025

What is Crypto Price Volatility Traditional fiat currencies are backed by governments and central banks, while cryptocurrencies operate in a decentralized manner, which means their value is determined by supply and demand, investor sentiment, regulatory news, and market trends.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 21, 2025

Singapores rise can be attributed to its strategic embrace of digitalisation, proactive government policies, and a thriving startup culture. Transforming Payments with CBDCs Singapores proactive exploration of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) underscores its commitment to financial innovation and inclusion.

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PYMNTS

JULY 10, 2020

Stablecoins, the virtual currencies which seek price stability, could be the next target for money laundering and terrorist financing, a report found. The FATF said it will review the implementation and impact of its standards by next summer and provide further guidance on stablecoins and virtual assets.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 29, 2024

Cryptocurrencies, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and stablecoins remain prominent and continue to see innovation worldwide; particularly in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). But digital currencies are far from irrelevant.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 12, 2025

While not a stablecoin in its current distributed ledger form, the Lewes Pound was, nevertheless, similar in many aspects including being pegged to a major currency. Stablecoins have not. Will the rug be pulled from under stablecoins by incumbent instant payment schemes? At least, not yet. And why wouldnt they?

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 14, 2020

As much as Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have attracted scrutiny from the Department of Justice and still lack mainstream acceptance, Voyager’s portfolio of so-called “stablecoins” (which are linked to an underlying currency such as the U.S. Ehrlich said stablecoins, including the U.S. The Pandemic Pop.

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Global Fintech & Digital Assets

JANUARY 8, 2024

The proposed regulatory framework would create substantive obligations on issuers of fiat-referencing stablecoins to safeguard the public. The HKMA followed with its own press release announcing a future sandbox arrangement for stablecoin issuers.

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Despite the government’s stringent measures to regulate the crypto space, including the comprehensive Payment Services Act (PS Act), the interest in cryptocurrencies has not waned. Paxos also supports Chainlink’s PayPal USD (PYUSD) stablecoin issued by Paxos under PayPal’s banner.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 26, 2019

In today’s top news, Sensory released TrulyNatural, its speech recognition and natural-language-understanding platform for smart appliances, and China’s Central Bank says stablecoins threaten the yuan’s international development. China’s Central Bank Says Libra, Stablecoins Are a Threat to Yuan.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 16, 2020

Libra will now provide stablecoins based on a roster of separate currencies to be determined. It noted stablecoins based on the euro, the sterling and the dollar as potential cases. The first plan was for Libra to be backed by a combination of government debt and currencies. The potential of the 2.5

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BitPay

APRIL 25, 2023

Stablecoins help bridge the gap between fiat currency and crypto. Businesses can quickly move money without crypto’s usual price volatility, while still conducting secure, low-cost financial transactions without centralized intermediaries like governments or banks. These reserves, typically held in U.S.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

According to Emirates NBD Group Chief Operating Officer Abdulla Qassem, TCS' solution "has moved our payments operations internally for standardized, scalable and centralized processing, along with the capability to adopt new market evolutions in clearing, including SWIFT for Corporates.". Mastercard Leads Central Bank Digital Currency Test.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

It’s going to completely change the way we interact with money in a way that I don't think we're used to, because we're so used to banks,” said Gouldman, who co-created the BlockCard , a crypto-enabled debit card giving real-world utility to over a dozen cryptocurrencies that can be used at over 61 million merchants worldwide.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 4, 2019

At a G20 meeting in the middle of October, European Union finance ministers will reportedly tell their counterparts that a worldwide regulatory response is needed to so-called stablecoins like Facebook’s Libra. The EU will tell G20 partners at an Oct. They say it presents a risk to the sovereignty of the EU states.

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CoinRemitter

JANUARY 17, 2024

There are about 9000 cryptocurrencies in the world, and over 150 of them are stablecoins, which acquire 0.08% of the cryptocurrency market. This number clearly shows the potential of stablecoins. Whenever we discuss stablecoins, we all think about USDT. But stablecoins aren’t just about Tether.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

The Bermuda government is working on a plan to roll out a digital stimulus token to help residents and vendors, The Royal Gazette reported. Working in conjunction with stablecoin payment and foreign exchange platform Stablehouse , the idea was started last year but expedited due to its newfound importance after the pandemic hit.

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Fintech News

MAY 27, 2024

Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) have largely existed in the virtual realm, with transactions initiated primarily through web and mobile interfaces. Increasing the number of participating banks is the first item on the National Bank of Kazakhstan’s to-do list for the Digital Tenge project.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 21, 2018

The freefall has come despite actions and promises by the government to stanch the hemorrhaging via boosting liquidity. Central banks can manipulate interest rates, and can control monetary supply, to an extent. When trust in the government, or specific policies, falls, so can trust in the monetary system.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Efforts were also made to advance digital assets, tokenization and central bank digital currency (CBDC) experimentation with initiatives such as Project Guardian and Project Orchid expanding to include more use cases and moving towards “live” pilots.

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The Payments Association

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

N ine out of ten central banks worldwide are actively exploring central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). The imminent introduction of stablecoins and other financial instruments on prominent blockchain networks underscores their role in bridging the old financial systems with the new digital-led era.

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