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First Digital Group, a stablecoin firm, is planning to go public through a SPAC merger, capitalizing on more favorable regulations for crypto firms to list on stock markets.

S&P downgraded Tether's assets to the lowest level due to rising exposure to high-risk assets and lack of disclosures, which may impact investor confidence in the stablecoin and potentially lead to a decline in demand for USDT.

S&P Global Ratings downgraded Tether's commercial paper to 'junk' status, citing concerns over its lack of transparency and potential liquidity risks.

The UK is considering expanding its bill market to attract a more diverse range of investors, potentially benefiting sterling money markets and stablecoin issuers.

The European Central Bank warns that the recent growth in stablecoins poses risks that need to be closely monitored, despite current limited financial stability risks.

BNY has launched a new money market fund for stablecoin issuers, providing them with access to liquidity, resiliency, and stability similar to traditional money-market funds, while also helping them comply with regulatory requirements.

BNY Mellon is launching a money-market fund for stablecoin issuers to comply with the US stablecoin law, providing a solution for issuers to manage their stablecoin-related financial needs.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced plans to adjust US Treasury securities issuance to accommodate evolving investor demand, with a focus on gradual changes to avoid market disruptions.

Circle Internet Group's shares fell despite beating Q3 revenue and earnings expectations, as investors are concerned about the impact of declining interest rates on future returns, but CEO Jeremey Allaire believes lower rates will drive growth.

Citi's Ronit Ghose predicts the stablecoin market size could reach $1.9 trillion by 2030, indicating significant growth potential in the cryptocurrency space.

A stablecoin issuer predicts that stablecoins could become significant buyers of Japanese government bonds, potentially influencing the Bank of Japan's monetary policy control.

Banks are lobbying against cryptocurrency exchanges offering financial incentives, such as interest, to users keeping their digital assets with them, amidst a regulatory bill that could impact trillions of dollars.