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cryptoStablecoin Market Hits Record $322 Billion, Surpassing FX Reserves of 95 Countries
The stablecoin market has reached a new all-time high of $322.5 billion, exceeding the foreign exchange reserves of 95 nations, including the UK, Canada, and Mexico. Tether leads with $189.4B, followed by Circle's USDC at $76.4B.
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cryptoAI Agents Settled $73 Million in Crypto Payments Over Past Year
AI agents are conducting autonomous machine-to-machine payments, settling $73 million across 176 million transactions. Stablecoins lead the way.
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cryptoHyperliquid Secures 90% of USDC Yield for HYPE Buybacks
Hyperliquid negotiates AQAv2 deal with Circle and Coinbase, redirecting up to 90% of USDC reserve yield to fund HYPE token buybacks.
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techCircle Launches AI Agent Toolkit for Autonomous Stablecoin Transactions
Circle introduces the Circle Agent Stack, a suite enabling AI agents to transact autonomously using USDC stablecoin with nanopayments and programmatic wallets.
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cryptoCME and NYSE Lobby CFTC to Curb Hyperliquid
Regulatory pressure targets Hyperliquid's market dominance, risking USDC liquidity chokepoint.
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cryptoCircle's Arc: A Layer-1 Blockchain Built for Stablecoin Finance
Circle unveils Arc, a blockchain designed specifically for stablecoins, featuring USDC as gas and deterministic settlement. Mainnet beta expected in 2026.
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cryptoCoinbase Takes Key Role in Hyperliquid USDC Liquidity Push
Coinbase becomes treasury deployer on Hyperliquid, managing USDC liquidity via AQA framework, deepening ties as DeFi trading surges.
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cryptoCircle Raises $222M in Presale for $3B Arc Blockchain
Circle's Arc blockchain presale hits $3B valuation, backed by a16z, BlackRock, and ICE.