Core Insights - Australia's securities regulator, ASIC, has introduced new licensing and custody exemptions for certain stablecoins and wrapped tokens to promote innovation in the digital assets sector [1][2] - The recent measures build on previous class relief granted in September, allowing stablecoin intermediaries to operate without separate licensing [2][3] Regulatory Changes - ASIC has allowed providers to hold digital assets classified as financial products in omnibus accounts, contingent on proper record-keeping and reconciliation [2] - The updated digital asset guidance (INFO 225) published in October indicated a no-action position until June 30, 2026, for firms seeking licenses [2][3] Industry Feedback - Industry submissions supported the use of omnibus account structures for digital asset custody due to operational efficiencies, although there were calls for clearer record-keeping rules [4] - The guidance specifies that eligible stablecoins must maintain reserves equal to or greater than the total underlying currency amount, with unconditional redemption rights for holders [4] Reporting Requirements - Stablecoin issuers are mandated to publish quarterly reserve reports after four months and annual audited reports after 16 months to confirm reserves are cash or cash equivalents [5] Industry Perspective - The relief measures are seen as positive, although there is a historical divergence in views regarding whether tokens themselves are financial products or securities [6]

Circle expands its regulatory footprint in the UAEAnnounced at Abu Dhabi Finance Week:→ Secured an @ADGlobalMarket FSRA Financial Services Permission to operate as a Money Services ProviderThis milestone builds on USDC and EURC being the first stablecoins recognized by @DIFC earlier this year, reinforcing our commitment to transparency, compliance, and responsible innovation.https://t.co/kjW0bnj7JM ...

Regulatory Developments - CFTC (美国商品期货交易委员会) 推出数字资产试点计划，包括 BTC (比特币), ETH (以太坊) 和 USDC (美元稳定币) [1] - 该计划旨在通过 CFTC 经纪商保护美国人在使用加密货币时的安全 [1] - 新的指导方针将促进代币化市场，并减少过时的繁文缛节 [1] Market Impact - 受监管的稳定币 (如 USDC) 可以降低风险，减少摩擦，并升级市场基础设施 [1] - 负责任的创新将获得成功 [1] Strategic Implications - 此举是美国在数字资产领导地位上迈出的重要一步 [1]

Only three chains have over $10B in natively minted stablecoins: Ethereum, Tron, and Solana.What is 3 as a % of all chains funded to date? https://t.co/q9hkJJ7gIx ...

👔💬 Jamie Dimon on crypto: “Blockchain is real, stablecoins may have a real use, we have the JPM Coin, tokens and programmable money are real." https://t.co/hvDy1QEVfK ...

RT Bybit (@Bybit_Official)Bybit 🤝 CircleWe’re partnering with @circle to broaden global access to one of the most trusted stablecoins.Together, we’ll enhance USDC liquidity, streamline on/off-ramps, and unlock more real-world utility for our users, with transparency and safety at the core.Read more: https://t.co/mnH1JEKxYZ#Bybit #Circle #CryptoArk ...

Dec 1–Dec 7, 2025 #LookonchainWeeklyReportStablecoins, DEX volumes, and protocol revenues all increased. Institutions bought 11,260 BTC, while whales sharply accumulated ETH and reactivated long-dormant BTC wallets.🟢 Stablecoin MarketThe total stablecoin market cap increased by $2.45B.🟢 Spot & Perps Trading Volume on DEXs🟢 Protocol Revenue🟢 Last week, a total of 9 public companies increased their holdings by 11,260.51 $BTC($1.02B).🟢 Institutional/Whale ActivityTom Lee(@fundstrat)'s #Bitmine bought another 1 ...

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LATEST: 📈 The market cap of euro stablecoins more than doubled in the 12 months after June 2024, when the EU's MiCA stablecoin regulations came into force, according to a report from payments processor Decta. https://t.co/nml6HOIckB ...

RT Jonaso (@Jonasoeth)2025: The Year of Stablecoins & PerpDEXsTraditional finance is finally paying attention, bringing over $100B of new inflows the biggest year ever for stablecoins.Because institutions now see stablecoins as a real replacement for old, slow payment rails.⤷ But the story doesn’t stop at payments.A huge new use case is earning yield directly from stablecoins called "YBS"The supply of YBS has doubled this year to $12.5B, driven by major players like @BlackRock BUIDL and @ethena_labsEven in ...