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.
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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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.
EU Bans Russian Crypto and Digital Ruble from May 24
The EU's 20th sanctions package bans Russian crypto platforms, RUBx stablecoin, and the digital ruble from May 24, 2026. Here's what it means for EU residents.
Morgan Stanley MSNXX: Wall Street Targets Stablecoin Reserves
Morgan Stanley's MSNXX fund targets stablecoin reserves under the GENIUS Act with a $10M minimum entry. Wall Street is now competing for the $316B stablecoin li
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