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Stablecoin News: PYUSDx Launches to Power PayPal USD-Backed Stablecoins
MoonPay and M0 have launched PYUSDx, an infrastructure layer enabling developers to issue application-specific stablecoins backed by PayPal USD reserves. This move positions PayPal's stablecoin as a foundational reserve for programmable finance, potentially reducing issuance timelines from months to days. The development signifies a strategic shift for PayPal towards supporting third-party token ecosystems, moving beyond direct retail adoption. This infrastructure aims to simplify the creation of branded stablecoins, with USD.ai being the first announced user for AI infrastructure.
SoFi Enables Direct Solana Deposits in U.S. Banking First
SoFi has become the first U.S. nationally chartered bank to enable direct on-chain Solana (SOL) deposits. This allows users to transfer SOL from private wallets into their SoFi bank accounts, bypassing traditional brokerage-style exposure. The integration leverages Solana's speed and low fees, potentially setting a new standard for crypto integration with traditional banking.
Arbitrum Price Compresses Near $0.23 Breakout Level
Arbitrum (ARB) price is consolidating near a critical technical resistance level of $0.23 after a rebound from a demand block. On-chain data shows record transaction counts and stablecoin growth, alongside the development of Robinhood's Arbitrum-based chain for RWAs. A sustained move above $0.23 is seen as a bullish structural shift, potentially leading to further upside.
Midnight Network Secures Google Cloud and MoneyGram Ahead of Mainnet Launch
Midnight Network has secured Google Cloud and MoneyGram as founding node operators for its Kūkolu mainnet, launching March 2026. This partnership emphasizes "rational privacy" using Zero-Knowledge Proofs for selective disclosure, aiming to bridge traditional finance with blockchain in a regulatory-friendly manner. The participation of major institutions signals potential for increased institutional adoption and capital inflow.
Solana News: Payments.org and Payments Hub Debut as Stablecoin Volumes Reach $2T
Solana has launched payments.org and a Payments Hub to consolidate payment data, developer tools, and institutional use cases on its blockchain. The initiative highlights significant stablecoin transfer volume ($2T quarterly) and payment activity ($300M monthly), with major firms like Visa and PayPal reportedly running live payment flows. The platform aims to position Solana as a primary payment network, emphasizing low fees and 24/7 settlement capabilities.
Tether Co-Founder: AI Agents Will Transform Stablecoins and Crypto Wallets
Tether co-founder Reeve Collins believes AI agents will revolutionize crypto by making it more user-friendly and enabling automated transactions through stablecoins. He envisions AI agents managing portfolios and payments, abstracting away blockchain complexity. This shift could empower content creators and lead to new on-chain business models that reward users directly, as seen with initiatives like the STBL stablecoin protocol.
PayPal and MoonPay Let Anyone Launch Their Own Stablecoin – Here’s How
PayPal, MoonPay, and M0 have launched PYUSDx, a framework enabling developers to create custom stablecoins backed by PayPal USD (PYUSD). This initiative allows for branded tokens for specific applications, with USD.ai focused on AI infrastructure payments as an early use case. The structure aims to simplify stablecoin issuance on regulated rails, potentially shifting towards modular, application-layer stablecoins.
Crypto News: MetaMask Launches 3% Cashback Card Amid Crypto’s Shift Into Banking
MetaMask has launched its Mastercard-powered card across the US, offering up to 3% cashback in its native stablecoin, mUSD. This move signifies a broader industry trend of crypto platforms integrating with traditional finance infrastructure, akin to neobanks. While the card aims to drive real-world stablecoin spending, its success hinges on user adoption beyond speculation, with only a small fraction of stablecoin transactions currently used for goods and services.
Cardano Launches USDCx Stablecoin Backed by Circle’s USDC, ADA 3% Down
Cardano has launched its native USDCx stablecoin, fully backed by Circle's USDC via the xReserve smart contract. This aims to facilitate seamless dollar value movement and access to cross-chain USDC liquidity for DeFi, RWA settlement, and payments. Despite this development, ADA's price has seen a slight dip amid broader market bearishness.
