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Uniswap Integrates with OKX X Layer Network
Uniswap has launched on OKX’s X Layer, becoming the preferred decentralized exchange as the crypto platform expands its layer-2 DeFi strategy.
Uniswap has gone live on X Layer, the Ethereum-compatible layer-2 network developed by crypto exchange OKX, marking a significant step in the exchange’s decentralized finance expansion. The integration allows users to access Uniswap liquidity pools and token markets directly on X Layer, with transactions settled at layer-2 costs.
X Layer, launched in 2024, serves as the infrastructure backbone for OKX’s DeFi applications and is closely integrated with the exchange’s wallet and trading platform. By embedding Uniswap as the network’s primary decentralized exchange, OKX aims to connect its centralized user base with onchain liquidity and trading activity.
The move reflects a broader industry trend where centralized exchanges deploy proprietary layer-2 networks to deepen DeFi participation. Similar strategies have been pursued by competitors including Coinbase and Gate.io, underscoring intensifying competition to capture onchain trading volumes.
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State Street Launches Institutional Tokenization Platform
State Street has unveiled a new digital asset platform designed to help institutional clients develop tokenized funds, deposits, and stablecoin-based products.
State Street has introduced a new institutional digital asset platform aimed at supporting tokenization across traditional financial products. The initiative will allow clients to create tokenized money market funds, exchange-traded funds, and blockchain-based instruments such as tokenized deposits and stablecoins.
The platform combines tokenization services, digital asset custody, and blockchain connectivity, positioning State Street to support institutions seeking regulated access to crypto infrastructure. The firm said the offering is designed to integrate blockchain technology with existing risk controls and servicing capabilities used across global markets.
Tokenization has become a strategic focus for large asset managers as regulatory clarity improves and demand grows for more efficient settlement and liquidity solutions. With $5.4 trillion in assets under management, State Street joins peers, including Fidelity, Franklin Templeton, and JPMorgan, in expanding tokenized fund offerings.
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Interactive Brokers Adds Stablecoin Account Funding
Interactive Brokers will allow clients to fund brokerage accounts using stablecoins, with USDC deposits automatically converted into US dollars.
Interactive Brokers has expanded its digital asset services by allowing clients to fund brokerage accounts using stablecoins. The firm said customers can deposit USDC across multiple blockchain networks, with balances automatically converted into US dollars and credited to their trading accounts. The initiative follows a partnership with crypto infrastructure provider zerohash.
The brokerage said the move is aimed at reducing friction in global account funding, particularly for international clients. Traditional wire transfers can involve delays, higher fees, and limited operating hours, while stablecoin transactions offer near-instant settlement and continuous availability. Interactive Brokers plans to add support for additional dollar-backed stablecoins in the coming weeks.
The development reflects growing institutional interest in stablecoins as settlement tools within regulated financial platforms. Interactive Brokers has gradually expanded its crypto offerings since 2021, aligning with broader efforts across capital markets to integrate blockchain-based payment rails into existing financial infrastructure.
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Bank of America CEO Flags Deposit Risk from Interest-Bearing Stablecoins
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan warned that trillions of dollars in US bank deposits could shift to stablecoins if interest payments are permitted under future legislation.
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan said as much as $6 trillion in US bank deposits could move into stablecoins if Congress allows issuers to pay interest. Speaking on an earnings call, Moynihan cited Treasury Department analysis suggesting the shift could represent roughly one-third of total commercial bank deposits.
He argued that interest-bearing stablecoins could function similarly to money market funds, with reserves invested in short-term government securities rather than recycled into bank lending. Such a migration, he said, would reduce the deposit base banks rely on to fund loans, potentially increasing reliance on higher-cost wholesale funding.
The comments come as lawmakers debate stablecoin provisions in a proposed crypto market structure bill. The latest draft would prohibit yield on passive stablecoin balances while permitting activity-based rewards tied to functions such as staking or liquidity provision, underscoring growing regulatory focus on the systemic impact of digital dollar instruments.
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Societe Generale-FORGE and Swift Settle Tokenized Bonds with Stablecoin
Societe Generale-FORGE and Swift have completed a pilot settling tokenized bonds using stablecoins and fiat currencies, highlighting interoperability between blockchain and traditional finance.
Societe Generale-FORGE, the digital asset unit of Societe Generale, and Swift have completed a pilot demonstrating the issuance and settlement of tokenized bonds using both fiat currencies and stablecoins. The test covered the full lifecycle of a bond, including issuance, delivery-versus-payment settlement, coupon payments, and redemption.
The pilot relied on SG-FORGE’s EUR CoinVertible, a MiCA-compliant euro-denominated stablecoin designed for on-chain settlement and integrated with Swift’s messaging and orchestration infrastructure. Swift coordinated settlement instructions across multiple platforms while maintaining compatibility with established financial messaging standards, including ISO 20022.
The initiative reflects broader efforts in Europe to integrate tokenized assets into regulated market infrastructure. By combining stablecoins with traditional fiat settlement, the project explored hybrid models that could reduce settlement friction while remaining aligned with existing regulatory and operational frameworks used by banks and capital markets participants.
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LSEG Brings Commercial Bank Money onto Blockchain Rails
London Stock Exchange Group has launched Digital Settlement House, a new platform using tokenized commercial bank deposits for real-time settlement across blockchain and traditional networks.
London Stock Exchange Group has rolled out Digital Settlement House, or DiSH, a new digital settlement service designed to connect commercial bank money with blockchain-based infrastructure. The platform enables round-the-clock settlement across multiple currencies and jurisdictions, integrating distributed ledger technology with existing payment rails.
At the center of DiSH is DiSH Cash, a ledger-based representation of commercial bank deposits. Instead of relying on stablecoins, the system uses tokenized claims on actual bank deposits, allowing payment-versus-payment and delivery-versus-payment settlement across foreign exchange, securities, and digital asset transactions. LSEG says this structure provides a direct cash settlement leg backed by regulated banking institutions.
The initiative targets inefficiencies in post-trade settlement, where fragmented systems can delay transactions and lock up liquidity. By shortening settlement cycles and synchronizing cash and asset movement, DiSH reflects a broader push by market infrastructure providers to adopt tokenization as part of mainstream financial plumbing.
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Bitcoin ETFs Log Largest Inflows of 2026 as BTC Breaks $97K
Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded their strongest inflows of 2026 as Bitcoin rallied above $97,000, reversing earlier monthly outflows.
US-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs posted their largest inflows of 2026 so far, drawing more than $1.7 billion over a three-day stretch. The surge included a single-day inflow of roughly $844 million, according to industry data, reversing outflows seen earlier in January.
The renewed demand coincided with Bitcoin climbing above $97,000, its highest level in nearly two months. BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust led daily inflows, followed by products from Fidelity, ARK Invest, and Bitwise. January inflows now total about $1.5 billion across nine trading sessions, signaling a shift in near-term positioning.
The inflows suggest improving institutional sentiment as price momentum stabilizes. Bitcoin ETFs have increasingly acted as a barometer for traditional investor exposure to crypto markets, with flows responding closely to price trends, volatility, and broader risk appetite.
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Lemon Rolls Out Bitcoin-Backed Credit Card in Argentina
Crypto exchange Lemon has launched a Bitcoin-backed Visa credit card in Argentina, allowing users to access peso credit lines without selling their BTC holdings.
Lemon, one of Argentina’s largest crypto exchanges, has introduced what it calls the country’s first Bitcoin-backed Visa credit card. The product allows users to lock Bitcoin as collateral to access peso-denominated credit lines, avoiding the need to liquidate crypto holdings to fund spending.
The launch reflects Argentina’s long-standing distrust of traditional banking, shaped by repeated devaluations and the 2001 deposit freeze. Large amounts of household wealth remain held in cash dollars or alternative assets. By using Bitcoin as collateral, Lemon aims to convert a popular savings vehicle into usable credit within the local payments system.
The card also highlights the growing role of crypto infrastructure across Latin America. As exchange usage expands beyond trading into payments, lending, and remittances, Bitcoin-collateralized credit is becoming more integrated with everyday financial activity, particularly in economies facing inflation and currency instability.
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KB Kookmin Card Files Patent for Stablecoin Credit Card
South Korea’s KB Kookmin Card has filed a patent for a hybrid credit card system that allows users to spend stablecoins through existing card infrastructure.
KB Kookmin Card, a subsidiary of South Korea’s largest financial group, has filed a patent for a payment system that integrates stablecoins with traditional credit cards. The filing outlines a hybrid model that links a user’s existing credit card to a blockchain wallet holding stablecoins.
Under the proposed structure, stablecoin balances would be used first when making payments, with any remaining amount automatically charged to the credit card. The design aims to preserve existing card networks, consumer protections, and rewards while reducing friction for digital asset payments.
The patent filing comes as South Korea advances stablecoin regulation under the forthcoming Digital Asset Basic Act. Policymakers are weighing a bank-led model for issuing won-pegged stablecoins, positioning large financial institutions to play a central role in bridging crypto assets with established payment systems.
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Bitpanda Targets Frankfurt IPO in 2026
Peter Thiel-backed crypto exchange Bitpanda is preparing for a potential IPO in Frankfurt in the first half of 2026.
Bitpanda is preparing for a potential initial public offering on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the first half of 2026. The Vienna-based crypto exchange is targeting a valuation of roughly €4 billion to €5 billion and has hired Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, and Deutsche Bank to advise on the transaction.
The company previously explored a London listing but shifted focus to Germany amid concerns about liquidity on UK markets. Frankfurt has emerged as the preferred venue, aligning Bitpanda more closely with its core European customer base and regulatory footprint. The exchange serves an estimated 30 million users across multiple EU jurisdictions and the UK.
The potential IPO comes as crypto firms benefit from clearer regulatory frameworks under the EU’s MiCA regime. It also coincides with Bitpanda’s plans to launch a crypto custody service with Deutsche Bank, reinforcing its institutional positioning.
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Pakistan Explores Stablecoin Payments with Trump-Linked Firm
Pakistan has reportedly signed an agreement with a Trump-linked crypto firm to explore using a dollar-pegged stablecoin for cross-border payments.
Pakistan has entered an agreement with SC Financial Technologies, a firm linked to World Liberty Financial, to explore the use of its USD1 stablecoin for cross-border payments. The initiative would involve coordination with Pakistan’s central bank and integrate the stablecoin into the country’s developing digital payments framework.
The move marks one of the first known instances of a sovereign state engaging directly with a crypto venture connected to US President Donald Trump’s family. While financial terms were not disclosed, the arrangement is expected to focus on regulated use cases such as remittances and international settlements, operating alongside Pakistan’s broader digital currency infrastructure.
The deal aligns with Pakistan’s efforts to position itself as a regional crypto and fintech hub. Authorities have recently established a dedicated virtual assets regulator and approved multiple global exchanges, signaling growing institutional openness to blockchain-based payment systems.
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BitMine Staking Push Lifts Ether Share to 4%
BitMine increased its staked Ether holdings to more than 1.5 million ETH, reinforcing its position as the largest Ethereum-focused treasury.
BitMine Immersion Technologies expanded its Ethereum staking position this week, bringing its total staked Ether to approximately 1.53 million ETH, valued at more than $5 billion. The latest addition of roughly 186,500 ETH lifts BitMine’s share to about 4% of all Ether currently staked on the Ethereum network, underscoring its scale as an institutional participant.
The move reflects a broader trend of corporate treasuries actively deploying digital assets into yield-generating strategies rather than holding them passively. BitMine now has more than one-third of its Ether reserves staked, while network data shows the validator entry queue rising to levels not seen since mid-2023, signaling renewed demand for staking capacity.
Market reaction was measured but positive, with BitMine shares rising modestly in after-hours trading. The development highlights how large holders are shaping Ethereum’s staking landscape, increasing institutional influence over network participation and capital flows.
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Revolut Stablecoin Payments Jump Sharply in 2025
Stablecoin payment volumes on Revolut rose sharply in 2025, signaling growing retail use of blockchain-based dollars for everyday transactions.
Stablecoin payment activity on Revolut increased significantly in 2025, with volumes estimated to have risen 156% year over year to approximately $10.5 billion, according to independent research. While Revolut does not disclose official figures, analysts estimate stablecoins accounted for a larger share of overall payment flows compared with 2024, reflecting broader adoption across fintech platforms.
Transaction data suggests stablecoins are increasingly used for practical payments rather than speculative transfers. The most common transaction sizes ranged between $100 and $500, accounting for roughly one-third of all stablecoin payments. This pattern indicates consistent consumer use for everyday and medium-sized transfers, particularly in cross-border and digital-native transactions.
Ethereum and Tron dominated Revolut’s stablecoin settlement activity, together accounting for the majority of volumes processed. The growth aligns with wider institutional interest in stablecoins as payment infrastructure, as banks and payment firms evaluate blockchain-based settlement for efficiency, cost reduction, and global reach.
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JPMorgan CFO Warns against Stablecoin Yield Products
JPMorgan CFO Jeremy Barnum criticized stablecoin yield offerings, arguing they resemble bank deposits without equivalent regulatory safeguards.
JPMorgan Chase CFO Jeremy Barnum warned that stablecoin yield products pose systemic risks, describing them as an attempt to replicate core banking functions without comparable regulation. Speaking during the bank’s fourth-quarter earnings call, Barnum said interest-bearing stablecoins resemble deposits but lack the prudential safeguards developed through decades of bank oversight.
His comments come as lawmakers debate limits on stablecoin yield in updated crypto market structure legislation. A recent Senate draft would restrict issuers and platforms from directly offering yield unless returns are tied to activities such as staking or transaction-based services. Banks have pushed for tighter constraints, arguing that yield-bearing stablecoins could draw deposits away from the regulated banking system.
Barnum said JPMorgan remains open to competing with crypto products where customer demand exists but questioned whether stablecoin yield meaningfully improves consumer outcomes. He added that if crypto offerings gain traction, banks may respond by enhancing their own services rather than ceding ground to lightly regulated alternatives.
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YZi Labs Backs DeFi Trading Terminal Genius
Changpeng Zhao’s YZi Labs made an eight-figure investment in Genius Trading, underscoring rising demand for execution-focused infrastructure in decentralized markets.
YZi Labs, the investment firm led by Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, has made an eight-figure investment in onchain trading terminal Genius Trading, signaling growing institutional focus on execution infrastructure as decentralized trading activity expands across blockchains. Zhao will also join the company as an advisor.
Genius Trading operates as a cross-chain execution interface rather than a decentralized exchange, aggregating liquidity and routing trades across multiple blockchains and venues. The platform has processed more than $160 million in volume across ten blockchains ahead of its public launch, offering spot trading, perpetual futures, and copy trading tools aimed at active and professional traders.
The investment reflects a broader shift in DeFi toward workflow, routing, and execution quality as trading fragments across networks. As more volume migrates from centralized exchanges to decentralized venues, firms are prioritizing infrastructure that helps manage transparency, slippage, and cross-chain complexity, positioning trading terminals as core market plumbing rather than consumer-facing add-ons.
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