UBS and Swiss Banks Launch Stablecoin Sandbox for Franc-Based Payments
UBS and five major Swiss banks are testing a Swiss franc stablecoin in a 2026 sandbox to explore blockchain-based payment systems.
Eric Trump Amplifies Anti-Bank Message amid Stablecoin Yield Debate
Eric Trump echoed criticism of US banks during the ongoing debate over stablecoin yield rules as lawmakers continue negotiating digital asset market structure legislation.
Zerohash Applies for US National Trust Bank Charter
By
Emily Carter
Zerohash has applied for a US national trust bank charter, joining several crypto firms seeking federal approval to expand stablecoin and custody services.
Barclays Explores Blockchain for Payments and Deposits
Barclays is reportedly evaluating blockchain infrastructure for payments, deposits, and stablecoin applications as banks and Big Tech accelerate digital asset initiatives.
Warren Presses OCC Over World Liberty Bank Charter Bid
Senator Elizabeth Warren questioned the OCC over disclosure and foreign ownership concerns tied to World Liberty’s reported bank charter application.
Payoneer Files for US Bank Charter amid Fintech Push
Payoneer has applied for a US national trust bank charter as fintech and crypto firms increasingly seek regulated pathways to offer stablecoin and custody services.
OCC Grants Crypto.com Conditional Trust Charter Approval
By
Emily Carter
Crypto.com has received conditional approval for a national bank trust charter from the OCC, signaling continued regulatory engagement with digital asset firms seeking federal oversight.
JPMorgan Admits Closing Trump Accounts in Court Filing
By
David Walker
JPMorgan acknowledged in a court filing that it closed accounts linked to Donald Trump after the January 2021 Capitol events, intensifying scrutiny over debanking practices.
Crypto Industry Pushes Back on Stablecoin Yield Ban
Crypto advocates are countering Wall Street calls for a blanket ban on stablecoin yield as US lawmakers debate key provisions in pending market structure legislation.
Tether Invests $100M in Anchorage Digital
By
David Walker
Tether has made a $100 million equity investment in Anchorage Digital, deepening its partnership with the federally regulated US crypto bank.
Tether Launches USA₮ as Federally Regulated Dollar Stablecoin for US Market
Tether has formally launched USA₮, a federally regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin issued by Anchorage Digital Bank under the United States’ new GENIUS Act framework.
UK Banks Block or Delay 40% of Crypto Exchange Transfers, Survey Finds
Nearly 40% of UK bank transfers to crypto exchanges are blocked or delayed, according to a new industry survey that raises concerns over debanking and the UK’s digital asset ambitions.
Revolut Shifts Strategy, Eyes US Banking License
By
Emily Carter
Revolut is reportedly planning to apply for a US banking license, dropping earlier plans to acquire a local lender as it accelerates its global expansion.
Coinbase CEO Engages Banks on US Crypto Market Structure Bill
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong plans to meet banking executives at the World Economic Forum as negotiations over the stalled US crypto market structure bill shift from Washington to Davos.
JPMorgan CFO Warns against Stablecoin Yield Products
By
David Walker
JPMorgan CFO Jeremy Barnum criticized stablecoin yield offerings, arguing they resemble bank deposits without equivalent regulatory safeguards.
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