21Shares files with SEC for spot ONDO ETF

21Shares files with SEC for spot ONDO ETF

21Shares has filed a preliminary application with the US Securities and Exchange Commission for an ETF tracking the token of the DeFi platform Ondo Finance. Exchange-traded fund issuer 21Shares has filed with US regulators for a product tracking the spot price of Ondo, the native token of the decentralized finance protocol Ondo Finance. 21Shares submitted…

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Western Union joins stablecoin race, eyes crypto partnerships — CEO

Western Union joins stablecoin race, eyes crypto partnerships — CEO

Western Union is exploring stablecoin integration for cross-border transfers, conversions and digital wallets, positioning it as an innovation opportunity. Western Union is exploring ways to integrate stablecoins into its services as the firm seeks to modernize cross-border payments. During a Monday interview with Bloomberg, Western Union CEO Devin McGranahan said that the firm views stablecoins…

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Stablecoin or CBDC? Tether’s latest freeze adds fuel to decentralization debate

Stablecoin or CBDC? Tether’s latest freeze adds fuel to decentralization debate

Following its latest freeze of nearly $86K in stolen USDt, Tether’s enforcement capabilities are again in the spotlight — raising questions about centralized control in stablecoin ecosystems. Tether, issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin, said on Sunday it had frozen $85,877 in USDt (USDT) tied to stolen funds, acting in “collaboration with law enforcement.” The…

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Here’s what happened in crypto today

Here’s what happened in crypto today

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation. Today in crypto, Stategy co-founder Michael Saylor signals another Bitcoin purchase, Circle’s Dante Disparte says the GENIUS Act ensures tech giants and banks can’t dominate the stablecoin…

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