Mastercard and Borderless are launching a pilot project to test how Mastercard's Crypto Credential framework can enhance trust, compliance, and reduce friction in cross-border stablecoin payments.
Ödeme devi Mastercard, sabit coinler konusunda altyapı sağlayan Londra merkezli BVNK şirketini satın aldı. Yaklaşık 1.8 milyar dolara mal olduğu tahmin edilen alımla geleneksel finans ve kripto dünyası birleşiyor.
Mastercard finalized a $1.8 billion acquisition of stablecoin infrastructure provider BVNK, merging its global network with BVNK’s onchain platform to enable cross‑border digital‑currency payments. The deal follows a prior abandoned $2 billion transaction with Coinbase.
Especialistas em economia e relações internacionais afirmam que o governo dos EUA vê o Pix brasileiro como uma ameaça geopolítica ao seu controle financeiro global, justificando tarifas. O sistema fortalece a soberania do Brasil e limita sanções, inspirando iniciativas como o Euro Digital.
Die Commerzbank ersetzt schrittweise die Mastercard Classic durch Visa Classic und fordert Kunden zur vorzeitigen Umstellung auf. Eine strategische Partnerschaft mit Visa ist der Grund für die Umstellung, die das Kreditkartenangebot der Bank verändert.
The European Parliament voted to support renewed negotiations for a digital euro, aiming for a deal by 2026 and potential availability in 2029. The digital currency seeks to reduce reliance on US payment systems and enhance user privacy, though concerns exist about its impact on bank deposits.
Satispay, la fintech italiana con 6,5 milioni di utenti, amplia la sua offerta lanciando carte di debito Mastercard e un servizio di acquisto/vendita di azioni ed ETF dall'app. L'obiettivo è semplificare l'accesso ai servizi finanziari e agli investimenti.
Le projet de stablecoin Open USD, soutenu par un consortium d'entreprises, est remis en question car plusieurs sociétés citées démentent leur participation officielle, affirmant n'avoir qu'étudié le projet.
The Bank of Russia is not setting a specific timeframe for phasing out Visa and Mastercard cards, stating they will be gradually withdrawn from circulation. Elvira Nabiullina noted that these cards function similarly to Mir cards and their share in the Russian market is already declining, currently standing at around 17%.
Le 30 juin 2026, Consensys a lancé le MetaMask Money Account, intégrant conservation, transactions et dépenses quotidiennes. Il offre une carte Mastercard et un rendement DeFi jusqu'à 4% APY via des prêts on-chain, sans KYC pour le compte, mais avec vérification pour la carte.
Visa, Mastercard, and Coinbase have launched Open Standard, a stablecoin network with over 140 businesses, aiming to boost global stablecoin adoption. They plan to release Open USD, a US dollar-pegged coin, later this year.
140 entreprises, dont Visa, Mastercard, BlackRock et Google, lancent Open USD, un nouveau stablecoin en dollars visant à unifier les paiements internationaux et à concurrencer Tether et Circle.
Open Standard launched Open USD with 140+ backers, challenging Circle and Tether, causing CRCL stock to drop 18%. President Trump's financial disclosure revealed over $1.2B in crypto earnings, raising conflict-of-interest concerns. Meanwhile, crypto majors are slightly down, Citi cut BTC price targets, and Binance faces a UK lawsuit.
The European Central Bank is planning a digital euro to offer secure, stable payments and counter reliance on US payment systems. Challenges include preventing bank deposit drains and gaining bank buy-in, while privacy concerns are addressed through safeguards. Aims for legal tender status and offline functionality.
The European Central Bank is developing a digital euro to enhance payment security and sovereignty. It aims to counter reliance on US payment systems and foreign digital currencies like China's e-CNY, while implementing safeguards to protect European banks and consumer privacy.
Open Standard's new Open USD stablecoin seeks to challenge USDC and USDT by allowing partner businesses to mint/redeem for free and share reserve earnings. This model, backed by over 140 businesses including Visa and Mastercard, aims to incentivize holding and lending, potentially shifting liquidity from established stablecoins despite regulatory 'gray zone' concerns.
Open Standard has launched the OUSD stablecoin, backed by Visa, Mastercard, Coinbase, and others. OUSD aims to challenge Tether's USDT and Circle's USDC by allowing holders to receive earnings from its reserves. The stablecoin market is projected to reach $4 trillion by 2030.
Over 140 companies, including Coinbase, Visa, Mastercard, and Stripe, have launched Open USD (OUSD), a new stablecoin aiming to create shared digital payment infrastructure. The initiative seeks to address issues like high fees and lack of business input, with governance shared among partners.
Visa, Mastercard, Stripe, BlackRock ve Coinbase gibi 10'dan fazla büyük şirket, kurumsal ödemeler için "OUSD" adında ortak bir sabit coin çıkarmaya hazırlanıyor. Bu proje, sabit coin piyasasındaki rekabeti artıracak ve ABD Kongresi'ndeki düzenlemelerle hızlanıyor.
A RAISE US, uma nova organização bipartidária nos EUA, foi lançada com mais de US$ 500 milhões para investir em educação e capacitação profissional. Fundada por Gina Raimondo e Eric Holcomb, a iniciativa visa ajudar trabalhadores americanos a migrarem para novas carreiras em uma economia automatizada pela IA, começando por programas em quatro estados.
Российские банки постепенно заменяют карты Visa и Mastercard на национальную платежную систему «Мир». Сбербанк считает оптимальным срок до 2030 года для плавного перехода, в то время как другие банки отмечают снижение доли международных карт и отсутствие необходимости форсировать процесс.
Многие российские банки заменяют карты Visa и Mastercard на "Мир", но некоторые завершат процесс не ранее 2030 года. Доля "Мир" в операциях составляет 75%, старые карты Visa/Mastercard продолжают работать. НСПК предлагает обнулить межбанковскую ставку для них с 2028 года.
O Banco Central eliminou o limite diário de R$ 500 para o PIX por aproximação, permitindo que usuários ajustem seus limites. A mudança entra em vigor em outubro de 2026. A modalidade, lançada em 2025, funciona com NFC em dispositivos Android e enfrenta críticas dos EUA.
Professor Maicon Cláudio da Silva avalia que reformas econômicas em Cuba são tentativas "desesperadas" de contornar o bloqueio dos EUA, sem levar a ilha ao capitalismo.
