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Stablecoins Need a Trust Layer for Institutional Adoption
Fintech 2 min read

Stablecoins Need a Trust Layer for Institutional Adoption

Despite the potential of stablecoins to streamline cross-border payments, a lack of trust mechanisms hampers their institutional acceptance. The challenge lies in ensuring that all parties involved in transactions can verify and rely on eac...

Banks Redefine Their Role in the Crypto Landscape with Tokenized Deposits
Fintech 2 min read

Banks Redefine Their Role in the Crypto Landscape with Tokenized Deposits

As banks adapt to the rise of blockchain technology, they are exploring tokenized deposits to retain customer relationships and compete with stablecoins. This shift could reshape t...

PYMNTS · 30 Jul 2026 2 min read
Fintech 2 min read

Wall Street Banks Tighten Rules on Employee Betting in Prediction Markets

Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley are revising their employee conduct policies to prohibit certain activities related to prediction markets, reflecting a growing concern over compli...

Finextra · 30 Jul 2026 2 min read
Fintech 3 min read

Banks Eye Strategic Roles in the Evolving Digital Currency Landscape

As the landscape of digital currencies continues to evolve, banks are increasingly scrutinizing their potential roles in this emerging sector. Key considerations include the implic...

Finextra · 01 Jul 2026 3 min read
Bank of England's Stablecoin Framework: A Mixed Response from Industry Stakeholders
Fintech 4 min read

Bank of England's Stablecoin Framework: A Mixed Response from Industry Stakeholders

The Bank of England has made a pivotal move towards integrating stablecoins into the regulated financial landscape, unveiling draft rules aimed at systemic sterling stablecoin issu...

The Fintech Times · 01 Jul 2026 4 min read
Fintech 3 min read

Wise's Market Plunge Highlights Challenges in Cross-Border Financial Oversight

Earlier this month, Wise, the prominent financial technology company known for its international money transfer services, experienced a significant decline in its market valuation,...

Finextra · 01 Jul 2026 3 min read