BlackRock Files Two Tokenized Funds for Stablecoin Holders
BlackRock filed two tokenized money-market funds with the SEC on May 8, targeting USDC and USDT holders seeking regulated yield before the Clarity Act ban.
Stablecoins
Stablecoins are a category of cryptocurrency designed to maintain a stable value against a reference asset, such as a fiat currency (e.g. the US dollar) or a commodity (such as gold).
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Clarity Act Senate Markup Set for May 14: What Changes
The Senate Banking Committee votes on the Clarity Act on May 14. The Tillis-Alsobrooks compromise bans passive USDC yield while protecting activity-based…
Tether vs USDC: Which Stablecoin Should You Pick in 2026?
USDT holds $189.5B in market cap while USDC reaches $77.1B. In 2026, choosing the right stablecoin means weighing liquidity against regulatory safety.
Western Union Launches USDPT on Solana to Bypass SWIFT
Western Union launches USDPT on Solana in May 2026, targeting SWIFT settlement between 360,000 agents. A Stable Card for consumers follows later this year.
Meta Pays Creators in USDC via Solana and Polygon
Meta activated USDC stablecoin payouts for creators in Colombia and the Philippines on April 29, 2026, via Stripe on Solana and Polygon. No Meta-coin.
Israel Approves BILS: First Regulated Shekel Stablecoin on Solana
Israel approved BILS on April 28, 2026, the first regulated shekel stablecoin on Solana, issued by Bits of Gold with Fireblocks custody and an EY audit.
Western Union Challenges SWIFT With a Stablecoin on Solana
Western Union launches USDPT, a USD stablecoin on Solana, in May 2026 to replace SWIFT for global agent settlements. The $300B stablecoin market is at stake.
KBank Drops SWIFT for Ripple: Korea's Cross-Border Bet
KBank, South Korea's exclusive Upbit banking partner, signed with Ripple on April 27, 2026. Phase 2 targets UAE and Thailand corridors using Palisade SaaS.
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