UAE retailers begin accepting DDSC stablecoin payments in new pilot
UAE retailers are embracing innovation by accepting DDSC stablecoin payments in a new pilot program. This move highlights the region’s growing adoption of digital currencies, enabling faster, secure, and seamless transactions for businesses and consumers.
South Korea’s KRW1 stablecoin taps LayerZero for cross-chain expansion
South Korea’s KRW1 stablecoin, issued by BDACS, is adopting LayerZero’s Omnichain Fungible Token standard to enable native cross-chain transfers. The integration aims to create a unified KRW1 supply across multiple blockchains while supporting broader DeFi and international use.
Hanwha taps Avalanche for tokenized securities platform in South Korea
Hanwha Investment & Securities has reportedly completed a tokenized securities platform supporting Avalanche and Hyperledger Besu. Developed with FairSquare Lab, the platform reflects South Korea’s growing move toward regulated blockchain-based securities infrastructure.
DefiLlama and Forgd introduce institutional token grades, but warn that AAA does not mean risk-free
DeFiLlama and Forgd have introduced institutional token grades designed to help investors evaluate crypto assets more systematically. However, the platforms emphasize that even an AAA rating does not mean an asset is risk-free.
Coinbase files to bring stock perpetuals to the US
Coinbase has filed to bring stock perpetual futures to the US, signaling an expansion of its derivatives offerings. The move could provide eligible users with another way to gain leveraged exposure to stock price movements.
Backpack US appoints Solana investor Kyle Samani
Backpack US has appointed Solana investor Kyle Samani, highlighting his experience in digital assets and the broader Solana ecosystem. The move reflects growing industry focus on crypto investment and blockchain innovation.
