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IBM is launching a 'Digital Asset Haven' to provide a secure platform for corporate infrastructure, leveraging growing demand for stablecoin payments and tokenized real-world assets.

Kyrgyzstan has launched a national stablecoin and a central bank digital currency in partnership with Binance, marking a significant step in the country's adoption of digital currencies.

Stablecoin usage for payments has increased by 70% since US regulation, indicating growing adoption and confidence in the stablecoin market.

Ripple has acquired Hidden Road, a fintech company, to expand its services for institutional clients and boost the utility of its RLUSD stablecoin.

Tether is expected to reach a record $15 billion in profit for 2025, driven by growing investor interest and digital dollar adoption, solidifying its position in the stablecoin market.

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A new crypto project focused on stablecoin infrastructure has seen its token crash by nearly 90% from its early peak, raising concerns about the project's future.

Bitcoin's decline to $84,000 is attributed to US dollar stablecoin concerns and a weakening global macroeconomic outlook, with Japan's bond market stress being a minor contributor.

Tether (USDT) faces a lawsuit alleging $42 million in USDT was frozen due to its connection to a pig butchering scam, while Australian crypto firms risk significant fines for failing to meet licensing deadlines.

Tron has surpassed Ethereum as the primary blockchain for USDT (Tether) supply, with USDT issuance on Tron reaching $94 billion.

Mantle integrated Paxos' USDG stablecoin as a natively minted asset and joined the Global Dollar Network's reward-sharing structure.

Binance has extended a USD 1 airdrop campaign for an additional four weeks, offering a 6% yield.