Tempo Launches Public Testnet for Payments-Focused Blockchain
Tempo, the Stripe- and Paradigm-incubated payments blockchain, launched its public testnet as it advances its stablecoin-first infrastructure for on-chain settlement.
European Banks Form qivalis to Launch Euro-Pegged Stablecoin
A consortium of 10 major European banks has created a new company, qivalis, to develop a euro-based stablecoin aimed at strengthening Europe’s position in digital payments.
Bitget Wallet and LINE NEXT Launch Global Crypto Payment Card
Bitget Wallet and LINE NEXT introduced a co-branded global crypto card supporting zero-fee USDT and USDC payments.
Sony Explores Dollar-Pegged Stablecoin for Game and Anime Payments
Sony Bank is evaluating a US dollar-pegged stablecoin as part of a broader push to streamline payments across Sony’s gaming and anime ecosystem, with potential issuance beginning in fiscal 2026.
Ripple Gains MAS Approval to Expand Regulated Payment Services in Singapore
Ripple secured approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore to broaden activities under its Major Payment Institution license, strengthening its regulated presence in a key Asia Pacific market.
South Africa Postpones Retail CBDC Plans, Focuses on Wholesale Utility
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has shelved immediate plans for a retail CBDC, concluding there is no strong, immediate need for this instrument.
KuCoin Pay Introduces Global Crypto Travel Platform with Entravel Partnership
KuCoin Pay has launched KuCoin Pay Travel in partnership with Entravel, creating a new global platform for crypto-based hotel bookings with discounts of up to 60%.
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