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OCC Stablecoin Rules Face $850 Billion Banking Backlash
The OCC is facing banking-industry pressure over stablecoin rules that could allow crypto platforms to reward customers. The dispute highlights a potential $850 billion shift in deposits and lending. Learn what the proposed changes could mean for stablecoin users and the broader U.S. financial system.
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UK FCA Opens DeFi Guidance Consultations: What It Means
The UK Financial Conduct Authority has opened consultations on DeFi guidance, potentially reshaping how decentralized finance is regulated in Britain. The proposals could tighten compliance, impact DeFi firms, and bring more legitimacy to the sector.
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Standard Chartered to Acquire Zodia Custody: What It Means for Crypto
Standard Chartered has signed an agreement to fully acquire Zodia Custody, integrating crypto custody services directly into the British banking giant. This move highlights the growing commitment of major financial institutions to Bitcoin and digital asset services, while raising important questions about custody, self-sovereignty, and the future of institutional crypto adoption.
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Blockchain.com Launches Crypto Options Trading in the US
Blockchain.com has launched call and put options for seven major cryptocurrencies, with contracts lasting up to one week. The move comes as the company seeks US derivatives licenses.
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DATA’s $30M Sui Deal and Blockchain Strategy Shift
DATA, an Andreessen Horowitz-backed company, is reportedly narrowing its blockchain focus after signing a $30 million deal with Sui. The partnership could boost adoption while increasing dependence on Sui’s ecosystem.
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MiCA 2: What France Wants to Change in Crypto Rules
France and three other authorities are calling for stronger oversight of crypto platforms, stricter stablecoin requirements, and updated rules for DeFi and staking. Their proposal could influence the EU’s future approach to digital assets under MiCA 2.
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Standard Chartered Takes Full Control of Zodia Crypto Custody
Standard Chartered has signed definitive agreements to acquire 100% of Zodia Custody, bringing the institutional crypto custody business fully under its banking operations. The move signals growing confidence in digital assets among major financial institutions.
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Mastercard Agent Pay: AI Crypto Payments Unveiled
Mastercard has launched Agent Pay, a new system letting AI agents autonomously complete crypto payments using stablecoins on Coinbase and the Base network. The live demo featured nine real transactions, marking a major milestone for agentic commerce and stablecoin adoption.