In a recent podcast interview, Ripple’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse stated that Tether, the largest Stablecoin issuer by market share, is next on the US government’s target list. Tether’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, refuted Garlinghouse’s comments and accused him of spreading fear. Is Tether Next In Line? Ripple’s CEO joined Quantum’s founder, Chris Vasquez, for his World […]
In an interesting turn of events, Bitfinex chief technology officer (CTO) Paolo Ardoino has dismissed rumors of the exchange being involved in a large-scale data breach. This came in response to claims of a significant security breach by the hacking group FSOCIETY a little over a week ago. On April 26, FSOCIETY claimed on its […]
Tether, the company behind the USDT stablecoin, has announced a significant reorganization and expansion strategy aimed at transcending its flagship product. This move introduces four distinct business divisions—Data, Finance, Power, and Edu—with a focus on broadening its influence and applications in various sectors of technology and finance. Paolo Ardoino, CEO, emphasized the strategic pivot: “Thriving […]
Payment company firm Ripple has announced its foray into the stablecoin market with an imminent launch of its own US dollar-pegged digital currency. This development positions Ripple to compete directly with established stablecoin giants like Tether and Circle, which dominate the $150 billion market. Ripple’s entry into the stablecoin arena signifies a strategic expansion of […]
On-chain data suggests the whale entities have bought up around 5% of the supply of the major stablecoins over the past three weeks. Whales Have Been Gobbling Up Stablecoin Supply Recently According to data from the on-chain analytics firm Santiment, whales have been rapidly accumulating the stablecoin supply recently. Whales here refer to investors holding […]
While Tether (USDT), the world’s leading stablecoin, has been pivotal in facilitating transactions across the blockchain space, a recent analysis by blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs sheds light on a less desirable aspect of USDT’s ubiquity: its significant use within illicit crypto flows during the past year. This development unfolds against declining overall volumes of […]
A joint investigation by Chainalysis, a crypto analytics firm, and International Justice Mission (IJM), an anti-slavery group, has uncovered a disturbing crypto scam operating out of Myanmar. The investigation alleges that a single company in Myanmar raked in a staggering $100 million over two years through a scheme known as “pig butchering,” the Financial Times […]
The cryptocurrency world watches with a mix of intrigue and apprehension as Tether (USDT), the most prominent stablecoin, inches closer to a seemingly mythical $100 billion market capitalization. This monumental milestone signifies Tether’s undeniable market dominance, but it also casts a spotlight on the regulatory clouds gathering around the stablecoin and the potential implications for […]
In a recent announcement, stablecoin issuer Tether (USDT) revealed its investment in Oobit, a mobile payment application. The successful conclusion of Oobit’s Series A funding round resulted in $25 million raised, supporting the development of the platform and its mission to facilitate mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies. Bolstering Crypto Adoption? According to the announcement, Oobit’s mobile payment […]
Stablecoins are now emerging as a pivotal force, particularly influencing Bitcoin’s recent price movements. Data from the on-chain analytics firm Glassnode reveals a notable shift in the stablecoin supply ratio (SSR) oscillator, signaling an increase in stablecoin “buying power.” This trend has become a significant factor contributing to Bitcoin’s price performance. Stablecoin Supply Moves 3.5% […]
According to a report by the Financial Times, the United Nations (UN) Office on Drugs and Crime has identified Tether, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency platforms, as an increasingly popular tool for money launderers and fraudsters operating in Southeast Asia, adding to increased regulatory scrutiny of the stablecoin issuer. Tether As Preferred Choice For […]
Stablecoins are poised to become the next multi-trillion-dollar market, according to a prediction by Gabor Gurbacs, an advisor to Tether, one of the leading stablecoin issuers. Gurbac’s assertion places stablecoins at a pivotal juncture in the evolution of financial markets, drawing parallels to the monumental growth of exchange-traded funds (ETFs). As the stablecoin market currently […]