The crypto industry has met the Bank of England’s proposed stablecoin cap exemptions with skepticism, arguing the narrow measures fall short of fostering true innovation and will still stifle the UK market.
Six global policy shifts reshaped crypto markets this week: regulatory crackdowns, tax directives, CBDC pilots, stablecoin rules, AML enforcement, and cross-border settlements-prompting renewed market scrutiny and industry response.
POKEMON cards go on-chain as a tokenization wave; a crypto stablecoin obtains regulatory approval, and Polymarket gets the green light – marking accelerated mainstream on-chain adoption.
Europe considers promoting euro stablecoins to counter the dollar’s dominance, after a former ECB official warned that embracing digital currencies is essential to preserve the EU’s financial clout in global markets.
Stablecoins are reshaping cross-border payments with near-instant settlement and lower fees. Their growing adoption promises streamlined remittances, enhanced liquidity and regulatory challenges.
Asia Morning Briefing: Japan’s regulatory clarity and institutional adoption are reshaping regional crypto power, challenging rivals as Tokyo’s market signals it’s ‘ready to pop’ into prominence.
Investors funneled $46 billion into stablecoins last quarter, reshaping crypto liquidity. Major issuers and institutional backers led inflows, as regulatory scrutiny and market demand guided allocations.
OKX SG launches USDT and USDC scan-to-pay across Singapore, letting consumers spend stablecoins at everyday merchants – a measured move to normalize crypto payments in daily retail.
Merz and Macron argue the “internet of value” needs unified global stablecoin rules to safeguard financial stability, ensure cross-border interoperability and protect consumers as digital payments evolve.
Stores can accept Bitcoin, but merchants must weigh volatility, payment processors, tax reporting, and security. This guide explains setup options, POS tools, and compliance steps for accepting crypto.