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Kraken Launches USD-Settled Crypto Options for Institutional Traders
Kraken has launched cash-settled, USD-denominated options on BTC and ETH with portfolio margin enabled by default, entering a segment of the crypto de...
Jul 16open_in_new
USD (USD) — News
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Visa Launches Stablecoin Platform Built on Open USD
Crypto head Cuy Sheffield unveiled the platform, which Fortune reported will bring stablecoin services to more than 200 million merchants, initially t...
Jul 16open_in_new
Aptos partners with Mastercard, Visa, and Stripe for Open USD launch
The OUSD initiative could reshape global finance by accelerating stablecoin adoption, but faces regulatory scrutiny and coordination challenges. The p...
Jul 16open_in_new
Kraken bringing crypto options to a wider audience as the market scales
Linear, USD-settled options on BTC and ETH mark the first phase of a long-term build as options activity in crypto is set to track toward levels seen ...
Jul 16open_in_new
Emirates NBD Launches Real-Time USD Blockchain Payments, Cutting Cross-Border Delays
Emirates NBD has gone live on the blockchain-based Partior network, becoming the first financial institution in the region to offer blockchain-enabled...
Jul 16open_in_new
CoinShares warns Open USD threatens Circle’s USDC stablecoin dominance
The emergence of OUSD could pressure Circle to adjust its revenue model, potentially impacting its profitability and market strategy. The post CoinSha...
Jul 15open_in_new
Strategy to restore $STRC to par, resume Bitcoin buys, boost USD reserves
The strategy could enhance investor confidence, potentially stabilizing $STRC's market value and influencing broader cryptocurrency market trends. The...
Jul 15open_in_new
Interactive Brokers adds USDC, PayPal USD, and RLUSD withdrawals alongside nine new tokens
Interactive Brokers added stablecoin withdrawals through USDC, PYUSD and RLUSD while expanding its crypto platform with nine additional tokens. The po...
Jul 14open_in_new
Strategy Extends Dividend Coverage Beyond 20 Months With Larger Cash Buffer
Strategy’s U.S. dollar reserve now covers 20.4 months of dividends after the company increased the balance to $3 billion, extending the duration of it...
Jul 14open_in_new
Saylor Reports Zero Bitcoin Buys as Strategy’s Cash Reserve Hits $3 Billion
Strategy Inc increased its U.S. dollar reserve by $450 million last week, pushing the balance to $3 billion as of July 12, 2026, according to a Form 8...
Jul 13open_in_new
Saylor’s Strategy Boosts USD Reserves by $450M Without Selling BTC: Here’s How
What will be the impact on BTC's price after the latest Strategy move?
Jul 13open_in_new
Blackrock’s Tokenized Funds Hit $2.93B Onchain as Ethereum Leads With $1.1B
Blackrock now manages $2.93 billion in tokenized assets onchain, with Ethereum leading the pack ahead of Avalanche, Solana, and BNB Chain. A Multichai...
Jul 13open_in_new
Bitcoin remains strong in USD but lags in JPY amid Bank of Japan intervention fears
Bitcoin's correlation with USD/JPY highlights the need for crypto investors to consider forex dynamics, impacting diversification strategies. The post...
Jul 10open_in_new
Siam Commercial Bank becomes first institution to deploy Citi’s 24/7 USD clearing and token services
SCB's adoption of Citi's 24/7 USD clearing and token services could revolutionize global banking by enabling seamless, round-the-clock transactions. T...
Jul 10open_in_new
HSBC Issues First Digitally Native Structured Product in Hong Kong
The bank placed USD-denominated notes issued directly on a blockchain, with Marketnode acting as tokenization agent and digital paying agent.
Jul 10open_in_new
OCC Clears Sony Bank to Open Connectia Trust for USD Stablecoin Business
Sony Bank has received conditional approval from the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to open a national trust bank built for a st...
Jul 9open_in_new
Deutsche Bank warns geopolitics and AI are increasing risks to the US dollar
Geopolitical tensions and AI risks could prompt a long-term shift away from USD assets, impacting global capital flows and reserve strategies. The pos...
Jul 9open_in_new
New USD pairs available for spot margin trading: PEPE, WLD, RENDER, PENGU!
We are making new pairs available for spot margin trading in the US, taking our total to 28 markets enabled for spot margin trading on Kraken Pro! Mar...
Jul 8open_in_new
Coinbase increases price precision for STRK-USD and MPLX-USD trading pairs
Enhanced price precision for STRK-USD and MPLX-USD could lead to improved market efficiency and better execution for traders on Coinbase. The post Coi...
Jul 7open_in_new
Coinbase enables full trading for GROVE-USD pair with all order types
Coinbase's full trading support for GROVE-USD could enhance liquidity and investor confidence, potentially boosting DeFi adoption and innovation. The ...
Jul 7open_in_new
XRP Gets New Payment Flow as Ripple’s RLUSD Lands AI Banking Platform Nuvion Integration
Nuvion, an AI-powered global banking and cross-border payments platform, has integrated Ripple USD (RLUSD), extending the stablecoin’s enterprise reac...
Jul 7open_in_new
Circle Climbs 7% After $64 Open, but OUSD Keeps Pressure on Its Yield Strategy
Circle’s stock rebounded 7% on Monday following a 17% plummet the previous Tuesday, triggered by the announcement of a rival stablecoin, Open USD. The...
Jul 6open_in_new
Coinbase places GROVE-USD in limit-only mode as Grove Protocol token makes exchange debut
Coinbase's limit-only mode for GROVE-USD aims to stabilize initial trading, potentially enhancing investor confidence and market integrity. The post C...
Jul 6open_in_new
Grove spot trading goes live on Coinbase, GROVE-USD pair available today
Grove's Coinbase listing enhances its market reach, potentially boosting liquidity and adoption within the decentralized finance ecosystem. The post G...
Jul 6open_in_new
Strategy Sells 3,588 Bitcoin for $216M to Fund Dividend Payments
Strategy sold 3,588 Bitcoin for $216 million to cover dividends on its Digital Credit securities, the company said in a post on its official X account...
Jul 6open_in_new
Bolivia’s central bank plans to reopen USD accounts, return $933 million in frozen deposits
Bolivia's shift to a floating exchange rate and stablecoin adoption highlights potential volatility and trust challenges in its financial system. The ...
Jul 6open_in_new
Open USD Stablecoin Puts Circle And Tether On Notice
Open Standard has introduced Open USD with more than 140 partners, turning stablecoin competition into an ecosystem battle.
Jul 5open_in_new
Emerging-market traders shift to euro and Australian dollar as US dollar strengthens
The shift to euro and AUD highlights emerging markets' adaptive strategies amid USD strength, impacting global liquidity and risk asset dynamics. The ...
Jul 5open_in_new
Coinbase backs new stablecoin venture, renegotiates deal with Circle
Coinbase's move into Open USD signals a shift towards diversified revenue streams, pressuring Circle to adapt its economic model for competitiveness. ...
Jul 4open_in_new
Korean firms deny joining Open USD Alliance amid listing confusion
The incident highlights the importance of clear communication and due diligence in partnerships, impacting trust and credibility in the crypto sector....
Jul 4open_in_new