Revolut drops stablecoin swap fees for 65 million users
Revolut removed the swap charge for stablecoin-to-stablecoin conversions across its 65 million-strong user base. The move cuts the hassle of getting cash in and out of the platform,…
Stablecoins
Stablecoins are a core part of crypto liquidity, payments and settlement. This archive covers USDT, USDC, issuers, reserves, regulation, payment integrations, exchange liquidity and adoption across DeFi and centralized platforms. The focus is on developments that affect trust, market plumbing and real-world usage.
Why this topic matters
Stablecoin coverage follows fiat-backed tokens, reserve transparency, issuer regulation, bank adoption, cross-border payments, DeFi liquidity and settlement infrastructure. The hub is especially relevant where payments, regulation and market liquidity overlap.
Common questions
What are stablecoins used for?
Trading liquidity, payments, settlement, DeFi collateral, remittances and access to dollar-denominated digital value.
Why do reserves matter?
Reserve quality and transparency affect confidence, redemption risk and regulatory scrutiny.
Which stablecoins does TCP follow?
Coverage commonly includes USDT, USDC, issuer activity, bank pilots, regulation and payment adoption.
Financial giant ESM sets its sights on stablecoins to modernize the Eurozone
The European Stability Mechanism (ESM), the Eurozone’s permanent bailout fund, has begun exploring the use of distributed ledger technology (DLT) for its financial operations.…
Stripe and Visa Lead the Revolution in Cross-Border Payments with Stablecoins
Today, October 8, 2025, the global financial sector is witnessing a key breakthrough. Leading payment gateways and technology platforms are activating pilot products that…
The ‘Trillions’ Meme Coin Soars to $60 Million on the Plasma stablecoin network After Beta Success
The cryptocurrency ecosystem has witnessed a remarkable event in the last week, marking the unexpected irruption of speculation on a platform designed for stability.…
Tether Aims for a $100 Billion Valuation with Giants Like SoftBank and ARK
Tether, the issuer of the market’s largest stablecoin, USDT, is in talks for a monumental funding round that could raise its valuation above $100…
Plasma Launches $50M Token Sale For Stablecoin Growth
TL;DR Plasma’s decision to open its token sale this week marks a significant expansion push for stablecoin payments worldwide. Users who committed stablecoins last…
FATF Says Criminal Use of Stablecoins Keeps Growing
TL;DR The use of stablecoins in financial crimes continues to grow steadily, according to a recent report from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).…
Senate Approves GENIUS Act for Stablecoin Regulation
TL;DR The Senate has passed the GENIUS Act, creating the first formal regulatory framework for stablecoins in the U.S., allowing banks and tech companies…
DTCC Explores Integrating Stablecoins to Modernize Digital Asset Settlement
TL;DR The DTCC is considering integrating stablecoins into its settlement processes to speed up operations and reduce risks in digital asset transactions. Ethereum stands…
Ripple Adds New Stablecoins to the XRP Ledger and Expands in Europe and Brazil
TL;DR EURØP and USDB join XRPL as regulated stablecoins for institutional payments, DeFi, and asset tokenization in Europe and Brazil. Braza Group expects USDB…
Trump and Crypto: New Scandal Around USD1
TL;DR Democratic senators are demanding that World Liberty Financial turn over documents related to its new stablecoin USD1, which is tied to President Donald…