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.
Ripple Plans $750M Share Buyback in Tender Offer
Ripple is reportedly planning a $750 million share buyback through April, valuing the company at about $50 billion. The move reflects continued institutional activity around the firm despite volatility in XRP markets.
Former CFTC Chair Says Clarity Act Would Benefit Banks More than Crypto Firms
Former CFTC Chair Christopher Giancarlo says US banks need the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act more than crypto firms to confidently invest in blockchain-based financial infrastructure.
TON Pay Targets Crypto Checkout Inside Telegram
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David Walker
The TON Foundation has launched TON Pay, a payments SDK designed to let Telegram Mini Apps accept Toncoin and stablecoins through a single crypto checkout flow.
Riyad Bank’s Jeel Partners with Ripple on Blockchain Payments
Riyad Bank subsidiary Jeel has partnered with Ripple to explore blockchain-based payments, custody, and tokenization within Saudi Arabia’s regulated financial framework.
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Ripple Partners with Mastercard and Gemini to Bring RLUSD Stablecoin to Credit Card Payments
Ripple has joined forces with Mastercard, Gemini, and WebBank to enable RLUSD stablecoin settlement for credit card transactions, marking a milestone in blockchain-based payments.
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