Tag: Stablecoin

DoorDash Stablecoin Payments Move Could Expand Mainstream Crypto Checkout

DoorDash announced on April 21, 2026, that it is integrating stablecoin crypto payment infrastructure through Tempo – a layer-1 blockchain that raised $500 million at a $5 billion valuation ahead of its March 2026 launch, targeting accelerated payouts for its global Dasher workforce and merchant network across more than 40 countries. The integration marks DoorDash’s most consequential move into digital finance to date, positioning stablecoins not as an experimental checkout novelty but as core settlement infrastructure for one of the largest gig-economy platforms in operation. We suspect the structural significance…

DoorDash to Offer Stablecoin Payments to Users via Tempo Blockchain

DoorDash plans to offer its users, “dashers” and merchants the option to use stablecoins in their transactions with the food delivery app, according to the Tempo blockchain. In a Tuesday notice, Tempo said that together with DoorDash, it was “building stablecoin-powered payment infrastructure” in a move for its delivery drivers, also known as “dashers,” merchants, and users to settle transactions using digital currency. The blockchain cited payout speed, lower cross-border cost and transaction flexibility in its reasons for the integration, expected to apply to users in more than 40 countries. …

Stablecoin Privacy Emerges as Top Barrier to Institutional Blockchain Adoption

Timothy Morano Apr 20, 2026 16:36 Banks and fintechs won’t adopt stablecoin payments while competitors can see their transaction data. Four privacy approaches are competing to solve this. Traditional payments keep your business confidential by default. Banks don’t broadcast wire transfers. Payment processors don’t publish merchant volumes for competitors to analyze. Blockchain flips this entirely—and that transparency problem is now the primary obstacle blocking institutional stablecoin adoption. Ran Goldi at Fireblocks laid out the issue plainly in new commentary published April 20:…

BIS Warns on Stablecoin Risks, Urges Global Coordination

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The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) general manager, Pablo Hernández de Cos, called for tighter global coordination on stablecoins Monday, warning that US dollar-denominated tokens could have “material consequences” for financial stability and economic policy if they grow large enough to rival traditional money.  Speaking at a Bank of Japan seminar in Tokyo, he said current stablecoin arrangements fall short of what is needed for a widely used means of payment, even if they offer faster cross-border transfers and integration with smart contracts. De Cos said the largest US dollar…

WHITE HOUSE COINBASE CRYPTO LEGISLATION DRAMA & BITCOIN OVER $100K THIS WEEK?

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Stablecoin Market Crosses $320B as Tether USDT Dominance Falls 2.5% in 2026 – Crypto News Bitcoin News

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Key Takeaways: Defillama.com data shows stablecoins hit $320.007B on Apr. 16 after $2.54B in 7D inflows. Tether’s USDT holds 57.96% ($185.463B), down 2.5%, as Circle’s USDC adds $431M. Top 5 ( USDT, USDC, USDS, USDe, DAI) hold 88.47% ($283.097B); 2026 may broaden demand. Top 5 Stablecoins Control 88% of $320B Market as New Entrants Gain Momentum The fiat-pegged token economy has set a new high, now totaling $320.007 billion, according to figures recorded by defillama.com. Within that aggregate, Tether’s USDT holds a dominant 57.96% share, translating to a market capitalization…

China Yuan Stablecoin Could Arrive in 3 to 5 Years, Circle CEO Says – Crypto News Bitcoin News

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Key Takeaways: Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire predicted China could launch a yuan-backed stablecoin within 3 to 5 years. USDC grew 72% year-on-year to $75.3 billion by end-2025, boosted by U.S.-Iran war demand for portable dollars. Hong Kong has already issued stablecoin licenses to HSBC and others, positioning it as a likely launchpad for CNY tokens. Allaire: ‘There’s a Tremendous Opportunity for a Yuan Stablecoin’ Speaking with Reuters in Hong Kong, Allaire said stablecoins have become a mechanism for countries to extend their currencies into global trade and payments. He placed…

Tether Backs $134 Million Funding Round for New Stablecoin Infrastructure – Crypto News Bitcoin News

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Key Takeaways: Tether joined a $134 million SDEV round, boosting stablecoin infrastructure investment. USDT’s 570 million users and $33 trillion volume show a shift from trading to real-world payments. SDEV aims to scale stablecoin tools, signaling broader adoption across finance next. Stablecoin Push Gains Momentum With Tether-Backed $134 Million Raise Tether has backed a $134 million funding round for Stablecoin Development Corporation (SDEV), a publicly traded firm aiming to expand access to the fast-growing stablecoin economy. The investment, which also drew participation from Framework Ventures and R01 Fund, underscores increasing…

Bitcoin Policy Institute Maps Out Strategy For US Stablecoin Supremacy Across 5 Policy Areas

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The Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI) has released a new policy proposal for the United States aimed at establishing what it calls “stablecoin supremacy.” The proposal, published on Wednesday, is structured around five policy areas and comes on the heels of the already-enacted GENIUS Act. Bitcoin Policy Institute Warning At the center of BPI’s argument is the claim that regulated stablecoins can help extend US oversight over offshore dollar markets. In the institute’s view, doing so would not only reduce systemic risks but also blunt what it frames as China’s push…

Stables and Mansa Partner to Bridge Asia’s Stablecoin Connectivity Gap – Crypto News Bitcoin News

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Key Takeaways: Stables and Mansa partnered to launch a liquidity layer for USDT corridors across Asia on April 15, 2026. The move targets the 60% of global stablecoin flows in Asia that are underserved by 99% of local banks. Stables will leverage Mansa’s liquidity to scale its $1.5 billion annualized volume across 150 currencies. Bridging Asia’s Stablecoin Connectivity Gap Stables, an API-first infrastructure platform, has announced a strategic partnership with settlement provider Mansa to address Asia’s stablecoin connectivity gap. The partnership introduces a dedicated liquidity layer for Stables’ fiat-to- USDT…