Stablecoins

Circle Internet Group raised $222 million for its new institutional blockchain network, Arc, valuing the project at $3 billion.

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde warned that euro-denominated stablecoins could pose risks to Europe’s financial stability and monetary sovereignty.

Tether froze more than $514 million worth of USDT across 370 wallet addresses on the Tron and Ethereum blockchains over the past 30 days.

The term stablecoin may be outdated as these assets gain traction in payments, liquidity management, and financial infrastructure.

Stablecoins have become the most purchased crypto assets in Latin America, accounting for 40% of transactions in 2025.

Bitrue suggests RLUSD could gain an edge over USDC if the CLARITY Act restricts yield-bearing stablecoins, reshaping the competitive landscape in favor of utility-focused assets. 

Israel has approved the launch of BILS, a shekel-pegged stablecoin created by crypto exchange Bits of Gold.