Inside stablecoin firm BVNK’s journey to a $1.8B acquisition by Mastercard

Early BVNK investor Concentric shares a fascinating inside view on the stablecoin startup’s journey and the eventual Mastercard deal.

Tether mints another 1B USDT as stablecoin supply approaches 189 billion

Tether’s frequent large-scale minting suggests anticipation of sustained demand, impacting market liquidity and reinforcing its stablecoin dominance. Tether mints another 1B USDT as stablecoin supply approaches 189 billion.

NYSE Launches Blockchain Initiative for Instant Stock Settlement With Stablecoins

The New York Stock Exchange has unveiled plans for a blockchain-powered infrastructure designed to facilitate the trading and settlement of tokenized securities. Intercontinental Exchange, the parent organization, revealed this strategic initiative on January 19, 2026.