Latest from Ian Allison
Mastercard Picks Polygon to Bring Verified Usernames to Self-Custody Wallets
Move introduces verified aliases for crypto transfers and adds an ID layer to self-custody tools.
Investigative Reporter Group ICIJ Exposes ‘Coin Laundry,’ Crypto’s Criminal Financial System
A series of ICIJ reports unearth a litany of crypto-backed criminality including people trafficking operations, drug cartels, Russian criminal gangs and crypto-to-cash storefronts around the world.
Sui Launches Native Stablecoin USDsui Using Bridge’s Open Issuance Platform
The new U.S.-compliant USDsui aims to link the blockchain’s $200bn monthly stablecoin volume to Bridge’s interoperable platform.
Pooled Order Books in the Crosshairs as EU Regulators Look to Tighten MiCA Oversight
The European Securities and Markets Authority is preparing to take greater, more centralized control of crypto regulation across the 27-country trading block, according to reports.
Visa Tests Stablecoin Payouts to Speed Payments for Creators, Gig Workers
New Visa Direct pilot lets businesses send dollar-backed stablecoins like USDC to users’ digital wallets for near-instant access to earnings.
JPMorgan and DBS Bank Team Up on Cross-Border Tokenised Deposit Framework
JPMorgan’s Kinexys and DBS Bank plan an interoperability system for tokenised deposits, linking their blockchain networks for 24/7 cross-border settlements.
Standard Chartered to Support DeCard Stablecoin Payments in Singapore
The bank’s collaboration with DCS aims to enable stablecoin spending through DeCard, blending digital assets with traditional finance.
Bybit Said to Be in Talks to Buy South Korean Exchange Korbit: Report
A Bybit spokesperson said the talks, reported by South Korea’s Maeil Business Newspaper, are “not within our knowledge.”
Ex-Alameda Co-Founder's Crypto Trading Firm Lantern Ventures Said to Be Winding Down Funds
A number of the firm's staff are likely to lose their jobs, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Central Bank of Ireland Fines Coinbase $24.6M for Anti-Money Laundering Failures
The penalty relates to Coinbase Europe breaching its anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing transaction monitoring obligations between 2021 and 2025.
