Stablecoin
Timing Is Right for a Euro Stablecoin to 'Emerge' and Gain 'Momentum': Keyrock CEO
European Central Bank's president Christine Lagarde thinks a digital euro is at least two years away. Keyrock CEO Kevin de Patoul discusses the need for a euro stablecoin and the path ahead to a clear regulatory framework. Plus, his thoughts on KeyRock receiving Swiss regulatory clearance from a government-approved standards body.
Former CFTC Chair Giancarlo: There's a 'False Choice' Between CBDCs and Stablecoins Regarding Privacy
The House Financial Services Committee approved a bill meant to prevent a U.S. central bank digital currency (CBDC). Former CFTC chairman and Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP senior counsel J. Christopher Giancarlo weighs in. "There's a false choice between stablecoins and central bank digital currencies when it comes to privacy," Giancarlo said.
Mt. Gox Pushes Repayment Deadline; PayPal's Stablecoin Now Available to Venmo Users
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest crypto headlines today, including Mt. Gox pushing back the deadline for its planned repayments by another year. A stablecoin makes its debut on mobile payment service Venmo. And, Grayscale throws its hat in the ring for a new ether futures ETF. Grayscale and CoinDesk are both owned by DCG.
Celo Co-Founder on Stablecoin Wallet Launch, State of Web3 Across Africa
Web platform Opera just launched a stablecoin wallet built on the Celo blockchain, that aims to onboard mobile users across the continent of Africa to Web3. Celo co-founder Rene Reinsberg shares insights into the rollout and the implications for the state of crypto innovation and adoption across Africa.
Jeremy Allaire on Circle’s ‘Multi-Decade’ Strategy and Where Stablecoin Regulation Is Headed
Circle co-founder and CEO Jeremy Allaire joins Unchained for an in-depth discussion on the reasons behind Coinbase’s investment in Circle, how Circle has emerged stronger from the banking crisis, what he thinks of PYUSD, what he likes and doesn’t like about the current U.S. stablecoin bill, and his thoughts on what the final bill will look like.
Solana Labs Co-Founder: Large Payment Networks See Tech 'Ready for Prime Time'
Visa has expanded its stablecoin settlement capabilities with Circle’s USDC stablecoin to the Solana (SOL) blockchain, designed to offer high-speed performance. Solana Labs co-founder and COO Raj Gokal shares insights into the partnership and why payments giants see the technology "as ready for prime time."
SEC Delays Spot Bitcoin ETF Decision; Creditors Accuse Genesis of Ballot-Stuffing Over FTX Deal
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest stories in crypto, as the markets react to the August jobs report and the SEC's move to delay the decision on spot bitcoin ETF applications. A stablecoin backed by one of the most volatile currencies rapidly grows. Creditors of Genesis Global Capital are making accusations of vote-buying to “manipulate” a proposed deal with the defunct exchange FTX. Genesis and CoinDesk share the same parent company, DCG.
Prime Trust's CEO Says Firm Lost $8M in Doomed Terra Stablecoin Investment
Prime Trust CEO Jor Law said in a recent court filing that the crypto custodian lost a total of $8 million in a doomed investment in the terraUSD algorithmic stablecoin. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest developments in Prime Trust's bankruptcy proceedings.
Unpacking PayPal's Stablecoin Demand From Crypto Users
Global payments giant PayPal's (PYPL) new stablecoin has seen a "lack of demand from crypto users," according to a new report from The Block, citing data from blockchain analytics firm Nansen. "The Hash" panel discusses their outlook for PayPal USD (PYUSD) as the crypto winter drags on.
Solana Foundation Strategy Head on Shopify Integration, Crypto Payments Outlook
Shopify customers can now pay in stablecoin USD Coin (USDC) via an integration with Solana Pay, the payment protocol on the Solana blockchain. Solana Foundation head of strategy Austin Federa discusses the partnership and USDC's benefits for merchants. Plus, what the future holds for crypto payment adoption and real-world use cases of the Solana ecosystem.
