USDC in the spotlight: latest news

Elliptic has introduced a new due diligence tool designed for stablecoins, aimed specifically at banks and compliance departments to enhance crime tracking.

Tether and USDC are both designed to maintain the value of your dollar. Here’s what informed investors should consider when deciding on their stablecoin strategy.

The incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) into cryptocurrency infrastructure and custody solutions is transforming the financial landscape. This development raises important questions about the long-term credibility of U.S. crypto custodians in managing digital assets.

The European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, set to be fully implemented by December 2024, signifies a significant change in the landscape of global digital currency regulations.

Ethena's USDe, a delta-neutral synthetic stablecoin, has reached a market capitalization of $12.4 billion, surpassing DAI and USDS, and presenting a challenge to USDT and USDC.

China's approach to digital asset regulation has evolved from banning initial coin offerings (ICOs) in 2017 to exploring the development of a yuan-backed stablecoin by 2025. This shift aims to enhance the global influence of the yuan and position China competitively in the digital currency landscape.

Fireblocks, a prominent blockchain infrastructure provider, has introduced the Fireblocks Network for Payments, a global stablecoin payments network designed to facilitate compliance for banks worldwide.

Stripe Inc. and crypto venture capital firm Paradigm have introduced Tempo, a Layer-1 blockchain designed specifically for stablecoin payments. This initiative represents a strategic move to enhance global payment systems with the speed of stablecoin transactions and the accuracy provided by artificial intelligence.

Stripe's Tempo and Fireblocks are poised to compete with major players like Visa and Ripple in the stablecoin payment sector, specifically in USDC payment rails. This development marks a noteworthy advancement in the digital payment landscape.

Circle has recently integrated its USDC stablecoin with the XRP Ledger decentralized exchange (DEX). This move is expected to enhance institutional trust and scalability within stablecoin infrastructure.

Fireblocks has launched a stablecoin payments network aimed at offering greater efficiency and reduced risk compared to the fragmented systems currently in use by providers.

Coinbase's 4.7% annual percentage yield (APY) on USDC is prompting a significant shift in institutional capital allocation, leading to balances of $41.9 billion in the first quarter of 2025, surpassing traditional savings rates.

Plume, a blockchain platform specializing in real-world asset finance and decentralized finance, is preparing to incorporate native USDC along with CCTP V2.

Plume, a blockchain finance platform supported by Brevan Howard Digital and Haun Ventures, plans to integrate native USDC and CCTP V2 to enhance the speed of cross-chain transfers.

Plume, a blockchain platform focused on real-world asset finance and decentralized finance, is preparing to integrate native USDC to enhance its institutional on-chain finance capabilities.

1Money, a company focused on developing a layer-1 blockchain for stablecoin payments, has obtained 34 money transmitter licenses in the United States, along with a Class F digital asset business license.

Native USDC and CCTP V2 will soon be introduced to Plume, a blockchain platform focused on real-world asset finance and decentralized finance (DeFi).

Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC) are both stablecoins pegged to the U.S. dollar. However, Tether is criticized for its complex ownership structure and lack of transparency regarding its reserves.

Stablecoin company Circle has restored access to $58 million in USDC for Hayden Davis, following a temporary restraining order (TRO) that lasted two weeks.

Stablecoin liquidity has hit an all-time high of $68 billion, with Binance driving significant inflows and reinforcing its status as a major player in the stablecoin market.

Plume, the first permissionless open blockchain designed for real-world asset finance, is expanding its RWAfi capabilities by introducing native USDC to enhance institutional on-chain finance.

Plume is a blockchain focused on real-world asset finance (RWAfi) and decentralized finance (DeFi). It offers rapid finality, full compatibility with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), and aims to enhance the efficiency of asset transactions.

Rich Miner, the founder of XRP Ledger (XRPL), is focused on developing a new ecosystem centered around the XRP token, with the goal of generating returns for investors.

The U.S. Federal Reserve will hold an important conference on digital assets and payment innovations on October 21, focusing specifically on stablecoins and their implications for financial autonomy.

The DeFi landscape in 2025 has been transformed by the emergence of yield-generating stablecoins, with Solana positioning itself as a key contender in this $280 billion market.