CoinspeakerCircle Launches USDC in Chile, Set to Launch Stablecoin on Base Network Soon By integrating the USDC for users in Chile, Circle will be hoping to offer them the stability of the U.S. dollar while also creating diverse payment options for them. Circle Launches USDC in Chile, Set to Launch Stablecoin on Base Network Soon
Read More »Shopify to Accept USDC Payments Via Solana Pay Integration
Solana Labs announced the integration of its decentralized payment protocol – Solana Pay – with e-commerce giant Shopify as a new payment option. The move will enable millions of businesses operating on the Shopify platform to leverage Solana Pay for their payment needs. Initially, USDC payments will be accepted via the integration, but more crypto-assets will added down the line. Solana Pay x Shopify According to the official press release, Solana Pay will essentially...
Read More »Ramp’s Latest Integration Allows Users to Convert Fiat Into ETH and USDC
Ramp Network – a fintech startup that offers payment infrastructure to connect crypto and traditional finance – added support to the Ethereum Layer 2 chain Base. The integration will aid third-party developers and enable clients to convert dozens of fiat currencies into ETH and USDC. ‘Exciting Times Ahead’ According to a document seen by CryptoPotato, Ramp Network has dived even further into the world of crypto by integrating the Coinbase-developed Layer 2 network – Base....
Read More »Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire Cites Major Threat to USD in Global Economy
CoinspeakerCircle CEO Jeremy Allaire Cites Major Threat to USD in Global Economy The Circle CEO said that it's time for the US to build on-chain dollars and embrace the multichain future, otherwise, the reserve currency could lose market share to China and Europe. Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire Cites Major Threat to USD in Global Economy
Read More »PayPal’s PYUSD Stablecoin: Tether’s Paolo Ardoino and Industry Experts Comment
Payments giant PayPal is launching its own stablecoin, and the move has got both traditional fintech players as well crypto firms excited. Dubbed ‘PYUSD,’ the stablecoin is built on Ethereum and is 1:1 redeemable for US dollars. The move essentially marked the first such move from a major financial institution in the United States. While PayPal briefly stopped working on its stablecoin a few months ago amid tightening regulatory scrutiny of crypto, the subsequent announcement...
Read More »Circle’s Jeremy Allaire Estimates Majority of USDC Adoption Originates Beyond US Borders
Stablecoin issuer Circle is a US-based company, and 70% of its USDC adoption originates from non-US regions. According to the estimations of Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire, some of the fastest growing areas are emerging and developing markets, which are not in the country that has been facing severe regulatory uncertainty. Not Fixated on US Allaire took to X (formerly Twitter) to reveal observing “strong progress” across Asia, LATAM, and Africa, highlighting the demand for “safe,...
Read More »Binance Traded USDC In for BTC and ETH Following Silvergate Collapse
CoinspeakerBinance Traded USDC In for BTC and ETH Following Silvergate Collapse The exchange’s USDC balance was reduced from $3.4 billion on March 1 to $23.9 million by May 1. Binance Traded USDC In for BTC and ETH Following Silvergate Collapse
Read More »Circle Dismisses Employees to Strengthen its Balance Sheet (Report)
Circle – the company behind the leading stablecoin USDC – has reportedly trimmed its staff in a bid to reinforce its balance sheet. Thus, it joined the likes of numerous crypto-related firms that laid off team members during the prolonged bear market to cope with the decreasing investor interest. Some examples are the exchanges Coinbase, Huobi, Gemini, Bybit, Crypto.com, and many more. As reported by Reuters, the stablecoin issuer has reduced its team and ceased investments...
Read More »Circle Explores Expansion in Asia, Eyes Japanese Market for Stablecoin Issuance
CoinspeakerCircle Explores Expansion in Asia, Eyes Japanese Market for Stablecoin Issuance Even though Circle already offers USD Coin (USDC), its co-founder and CEO Jeremy Allaire believes that introducing a Yen-linked stablecoin would provide new opportunities. Circle Explores Expansion in Asia, Eyes Japanese Market for Stablecoin Issuance
Read More »Voyager Creditors Receive $5.1M Bill from Law Firm for March-May Services
CoinspeakerVoyager Creditors Receive $5.1M Bill from Law Firm for March-May Services McDermott Will & Emery has submitted a new bill of $5 million to Voyager creditors for the third interim, leading to a total over $16 million. Voyager Creditors Receive $5.1M Bill from Law Firm for March-May Services
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