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MoneyGram Makes Stablecoins the Backbone of Its Next-Generation App

RegulationSep 19

MoneyGram, the ubiquitous send and receive cash network for retail customers, has made U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoins and blockchain settlement rails the digital backbone of its revamped mobile app, the company said on Wednesday. Customers in the Latin American country of Colombia, where MoneyGram has an extensive retail network of over 6,000 locations, will be the first to use the new app to receive and store stablecoin payments, with plans to expand to additional markets in the near future. Colombia is the ideal launch market, says MoneyGram CEO Anthony Soohoo. It’s a major inbound remittance corridor where families receive more than…

New Cryptocurrency Law with Significant Impact in the US Shows Progress

LegalSep 19

The US Treasury Department has initiated the regulatory process by taking the first official steps under the recently enacted stablecoin regulation GENIUS Act (Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins Act). The Department, part of President Donald Trump's administration, today opened an early phase of the proposed rule change process called “advance notice.” This phase is intended to gather input from the public and industry representatives to form the basis for any future formal regulatory proposal. As part of a one-month feedback period, the public and cryptocurrency companies will have until October 20th to submit their opinions. The Treasury's…

Galaxy Digital confirms leveraging Aave for capital efficiency and next-gen DeFi solutions

DeFiSep 19

The company is using Aave to optimize liquidity, manage treasury, and build innovative DeFi products. The development signals the prevailing institutional shift towards DeFi. AAVE has gained more than 5% on the news. Altcoins remained on the radar as they continue to outperform Bitcoin after the September 17 interest rate cut. Amidst the optimism, publicly listed Galaxy Digital has confirmed significant integration with Aave, a leading lending protocol. The financial services company announced that Aave is key to its strategic operations, including treasury undertakings, trading, and lending. The approach aims to reduce dependence on centralized liquidity providers and enhance capital…

Why Are Myriad Users Betting on the Color of Fed Chair Powell's Tie Today?

RegulationSep 19

A peculiar but revealing market is getting serious traction on Myriad: Will Fed Chair Jerome Powell wear a purple tie during the September FOMC press conference? As of now, the crowd overwhelmingly believes yes. But it's not just about fashion—this prediction market taps into deeper symbolism around the Fed’s public identity. According to a recent report by Columbia Business School, Powell’s choice of a purple tie is no accident. Brett House, economist and professor at Columbia, noted that Powell’s consistent use of purple is a part of reinforcing the Federal Reserve’s image as non-political in an era of heightened polarization.…

Justin Sun’s Bold Leap into Decentralized Perpetuals

DeFiSep 19

A new chapter in decentralized finance (DeFi) is unfolding on the Tron network, thanks to an exciting announcement from its visionary founder, Justin Sun. He has officially unveiled SunPerp, a groundbreaking decentralized perpetual futures exchange (perp dex) designed to revolutionize how traders engage with digital assets. This innovative platform marks a significant expansion for the Tron ecosystem, bringing sophisticated trading tools to a broader audience. What Exactly is SunPerp and Why Does it Matter? For those new to the concept, a perpetual futures exchange allows traders to speculate on the future price of an asset without an expiration date, often…

$300 Million Coinbase Hacker Just Bought $18 Million Ethereum

EthereumSep 19

The hacker responsible for stealing over $300 million from Coinbase has just made another major Ethereum purchase. According to on-chain data from Arkham, wallet address 0x15f4c13E0cA461e0ef23F6d35Bbeb5dCE2495879 received 3,976 ETH worth approximately $18 million at a price of $4,756 per token. This wallet has been closely monitored since the May 2025 breach, when Coinbase disclosed that nearly 70,000 customers had their personal data compromised. The attack involved bribing overseas support staff and using social engineering tactics to trick users into transferring funds. In response, Coinbase offered a $20 million reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible.…

Will the Fed Begin Interest Rate Cuts Today? How Will Today's Interest Rate Decision Affect Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies? Analysis Firm Explains!

RegulationSep 19

The Fed's interest rate decision, a crucial one for Bitcoin and altcoins, will be announced today. While it's generally accepted that the Fed will cut interest rates, there's speculation about whether it will implement a surprise 50 basis point cut. While the Fed's interest rate decision is eagerly awaited, analysis firm QCP Capital said that the Fed is expected to start the interest rate cutting cycle with a 25 basis point cut. QCP analysts noted that investors are focusing on 2026 as the Fed's intention to begin interest rate cuts in September is clear in the markets. At this point,…

D’Cent Launches XRPfi Prime, Unlocking Yield in Self-Custody Wallet

DeFiSep 19

The XRP ecosystem reached a new milestone this week. D’Cent, a well-known hardware wallet provider, launched XRPfi Prime in partnership with Doppler Finance. The service allows XRP holders to earn yield directly within their self-custody hardware wallets for the first time. This move brings together two ideas many crypto users value: the security of hardware wallets and the opportunity to earn fixed, predictable returns. With XRPfi Prime, users no longer need to choose between holding assets safely and putting them to work. Bridging the Gap for XRP Holders Unlike blockchains such as Ethereum or Solana, the XRP Ledger does not…

Bridging East and West, Stories from Ethereum’s Early Days, and More

EthereumSep 19

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin used his EthTokyo 2025 keynote to chart the blockchain’s path forward, highlighting Asia’s early role in its rise, a bold 10x scaling target, and renewed calls for global collaboration. Buterin Credits Asia’s Early Role in Ethereum, Calls for Global Collaboration Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin took the stage at EthTokyo 2025 with reflections that spanned the blockchain’s humble beginnings, the pivotal role of Asia in Ethereum’s growth, and his vision for the network’s future. His talk intertwined history, personal insights, and a forward-looking roadmap—underscoring Ethereum’s mission to bridge communities across East and West. From Roger Ver’s Era…

Stablecoin Sector Smashes Past the $290 Billion Milestone

RegulationSep 19

On Wednesday, the stablecoin market cracked into uncharted territory, vaulting past the $290 billion mark for the first time ever after padding its coffers with more than $4 billion in fresh capital over the past week. From USDT to RLUSD, Every Fiat-Pegged Token Joins the $290B Stablecoin Party Stablecoins are stealing the spotlight, complete with highs and hiccups. Leading the cast is tether ( USDT), strutting in with a hefty $170.9 billion market cap and a 2.33% bump this month, based on data from defillama.com. With the stablecoin market sitting at $290.483 billion, tether reigns supreme, commanding 58.83% of the…