Why Recovering Binance’s $6.3B in Stolen Crypto Is So Difficult
Investigators face rapid token swaps, automated wallet transfers and cash-out networks. Frozen assets and Binance’s replacement funding are separate from recovered funds.
Digital Payments
The Digital Payments topic covers the technologies, networks, and financial infrastructure transforming how value moves in the digital economy. This section includes updates on stablecoin adoption, blockchain-based settlement systems, cross-border payment rails, merchant integrations, fintech partnerships, and the use of digital assets in everyday transactions. It highlights regulatory developments, enterprise solutions, payment protocol upgrades, and the increasing role of Web3 in modern payment flows. Readers gain insights into how blockchain is reshaping global commerce through faster, more transparent, and programmable payment methods.
Latest Digital Payments News
Tether Reports $1.5B Q3 Operating Profit as Buffer Nears $8B
Tether reports $1.5 billion in Q3 net operating profit and $191.5 billion in reserves, with assets exceeding liabilities by $7.95…
Stellar’s Thruput Hits 7 Million Payments a Second in Execution Test
Stellar’s Thruput engine reached 7.02 million payments per second in a single-validator benchmark. Its mainnet path remains undecided.
Tether Launches FASE Foundation to Fight Scams and Pilot Stablecoin Aid
Tether and industry partners launch the Swiss nonprofit FASE Foundation, targeting scam prevention, trafficking-survivor support and stablecoin aid.
Ripple and Coinbase Expand RLUSD Access Across Trading Platforms
RLUSD goes live on Coinbase’s retail and institutional platforms across XRPL, Base and Ethereum, while Global Exchange collateral support remains planned.
Ethena Pay Launches Earn+ Targeting Up to 12% APY
Ethena Pay’s optional Earn+ vault targets up to 12% APY through a leveraged USDe strategy, with tier-based limits and variable rewards.
Google Previews Crypto Custody Security Service for 2027 Launch
Google’s MPC service is being tested by financial institutions and Alphabet, with commercial availability planned for early 2027.
Visa’s Stablecoin Settlement Run Rate Tops $25B, Up Tenfold
Visa says its stablecoin settlement pace has exceeded $25 billion annualized, up tenfold year on year, as blockchain support and card programs expand.
Bessent Backs SEC and CFTC Crypto Rules After CLARITY Act Setback
Scott Bessent backs SEC and CFTC action after the CLARITY setback, while arguing that dollar stablecoins can expand demand for US government debt.
Ripple and Robinhood Team Up on RLUSD and Institutional Finance
RLUSD is live on Robinhood Chain and Bitstamp, with Robinhood app access planned this year as the firms expand treasury and brokerage ties.