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Tech & Crypto Enthusiast | IP Lawyer turned Marketer. > Currently driving growth and content strategy as an editor at Cryptopress and other crypto projects. I specialize in bridging the gap between complex digital projects and clear, engaging content.
OCC Issues Rules Enforcing GENIUS Act's Stablecoin Yield Ban

OCC Issues Rules Enforcing GENIUS Act’s Stablecoin Yield Ban

The OCC’s 376-page proposal implements the GENIUS Act by prohibiting yields on payment stablecoins, including through affiliates or third parties. Industry experts view it as an overreach beyond the statute, potentially disrupting models like Circle-Coinbase partnerships. The rule sets a 60-day comment period, with crypto firms gearing up to challenge presumptions on yield evasion. The Office of the Comptroller of the...

Crypto regulation, Cryptocurrencies, Front page, News, Regulation, Stablecoins

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OCC Proposes Detailed Rules for Stablecoin Issuance Under GENIUS Act

OCC Proposes Detailed Rules for Stablecoin Issuance Under GENIUS Act

The OCC issued a notice of proposed rulemaking on February 25, 2026, to fully implement the GENIUS Act enacted in July 2025. The framework applies to permitted payment stablecoin issuers, including bank subsidiaries, federal and qualified state issuers, and foreign entities seeking U.S. access. Issuers must maintain 1:1 reserves with highly liquid assets, redeem at par within two business days, and implement principles-based risk...

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Stripe Reportedly Considers Acquiring PayPal or Its Assets

Stripe Reportedly Considers Acquiring PayPal or Its Assets

Stripe has expressed preliminary interest in acquiring all or parts of PayPal, Bloomberg reports. The potential deal comes as Stripe hits a $159 billion valuation, boosted by quadrupled stablecoin volumes via its Bridge platform. PayPal shares surged nearly 7% to around $47, lifting its market cap to approximately $43 billion. Both firms have deepened crypto involvement: Stripe with Bridge and Tempo blockchain; PayPal with PYUSD...

Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, Front page, News

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Paxos Gold (Nasdaq:PAXG) Shines As Stablecoin Demand Surges

As Cryptocurrency Markets Struggle To Find Their Footing In 2026, Paxos Gold (Nasdaq:PAXG) Has Emerged As A Safe Haven For Investors Seeking Stability. Backed By Physical Gold Reserves, The Stablecoin Has Rallied Alongside Rising Gold Prices, Delivering Double-Digit Gains At A Time When Most Digital Assets Are Deep In The Red. Paxos Gold’s Appeal Lies In Its Simplicity And Security. Each Token Is Pegged To One Fine Troy Ounce Of Gold, Stored...

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Terraform Labs Administrator Sues Jane Street for Alleged Insider Trading in 2022 Terra Collapse

Terraform Labs Administrator Sues Jane Street for Alleged Insider Trading in 2022 Terra Collapse

Todd Snyder, Terraform Labs’ liquidation administrator, filed suit against Jane Street, co-founder Robert Granieri, and employees Bryce Pratt and Michael Huang for alleged insider trading. Claims center on a Jane Street-linked wallet withdrawing 85 million UST from Curve3pool within 10 minutes of Terraform’s unannounced 150 million UST withdrawal on May 7, 2022. The moves allegedly hastened TerraUSD’s loss of peg and the broader...

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