Introduction: A New Era of Compliance Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, has announced the launch of an AI-powered blockchain compliance system aimed at enhancing transaction monitoring across its $130 billion USDT ecosystem. The move, revealed on September 4, 2025, underscores rising regulatory scrutiny in the stablecoin sector and Tether’s attempt to reassure markets of…
Introduction Circle, the company behind the USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin, has made significant moves following its recent IPO. The company announced that it is seeking a U.S. national trust bank charter to further its mission of building a transparent and secure financial ecosystem. This development could redefine the way institutional investors interact with stablecoins and…
Introduction On June 17, 2025, the U.S. Senate passed the GENIUS Act, a landmark bipartisan bill aimed at regulating stablecoins—cryptocurrencies pegged to traditional assets. With a 68–30 vote, the legislation introduces monthly disclosures, full reserve backing, and consumer protections. Policy Background Stablecoins have surged in popularity, offering fast, digital versions of cash. However, incidents like…
The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation, fully effective December 30, 2024, marks a pioneering milestone as the world’s first comprehensive crypto regulatory framework. Encompassing 27 member states and 450 million consumers, MiCA harmonizes rules for crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) and issuers, fostering transparency, consumer protection, and market stability. Its global influence, dubbed the…