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Stablecoins Adoption: French Finance Minister Pushes For More Euro-Backed Tokens

France's Finance Minister Roland Lescure has called for the development of more euro-pegged stablecoins to reduce reliance on US dollar-dominated payment systems. He noted that the current volume of euro stablecoins is "not satisfactory," representing only 0.207% of the global stablecoin market. Lescure praised the Qivalis initiative by European banks like ING and BNP Paribas to launch a euro stablecoin in 2026. This push is part of broader EU efforts to achieve financial independence amid tensions with the US. Additionally, Lescure encouraged European banks to adopt tokenized deposits, following the lead of major global banks.

bitcoinist48m ago

Stablecoins Adoption: French Finance Minister Pushes For More Euro-Backed Tokens

bitcoinist48m ago

Rhythm X Zhihu Event Agenda Released: Skills Demo + Keynote Speech + Roundtable to Thoroughly Explain Agents and On-Chain Finance

The recent dispute between EvoMap and Hermes over alleged抄袭, similar to the Claude and OpenClaw case, highlights a growing trend in the Agent ecosystem. These conflicts arise from competition over user choice—specifically, which Agent users select for similar tasks—and the definition of original core competencies. Such public disagreements indicate that competition among Agents has intensified to the point where founders are losing their composure. Ultimately, users hold the decision-making power. This issue foreshadows a broader challenge: as Agents become more numerous and capable, how should individuals navigate this evolving landscape? This topic will be explored in-depth at the upcoming event.

marsbitYesterday 06:18

Rhythm X Zhihu Event Agenda Released: Skills Demo + Keynote Speech + Roundtable to Thoroughly Explain Agents and On-Chain Finance

marsbitYesterday 06:18

Pundit Says Stop Analyzing XRP On A Chart, Do This Instead

Market analyst Luke Suther argues that traditional chart-based analysis fails to capture XRP's true long-term value. Instead, he emphasizes evaluating XRP's underlying utility as a settlement layer within the global financial infrastructure, estimated at $5.53 quadrillion. This includes systems like SWIFT, DTCC, major banks, and payment processors. Suther contends that XRP's price should be assessed based on its capacity to facilitate fast, low-cost, large-scale value transfers. He explains that a higher XRP price is functionally necessary to support efficient institutional liquidity and minimize slippage, rather than being measured by market cap alone.

bitcoinist2 days ago 07:24

Pundit Says Stop Analyzing XRP On A Chart, Do This Instead

bitcoinist2 days ago 07:24

JPMorgan, Bank of America, and Citigroup: A Comprehensive Analysis of the 'Hidden Risks' Behind the Big Three's Earnings Reports

JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Citigroup's latest earnings reports reveal underlying risks beyond headline revenue and profit figures. JPMorgan faces scrutiny over its alternative investment portfolio, particularly in private credit and private equity, amid rising interest rates. Its loan loss provisions will be closely watched as an indicator of economic health. Bank of America, while benefiting from interest-sensitive assets, grapples with operational complexity and efficiency challenges. Its heavy exposure to U.S. retail banking makes it vulnerable to shifts in consumer credit quality. Citigroup, still in a strategic restructuring, remains highly dependent on co-branded credit cards—a segment prone to higher risk during economic downturns. Key themes across all three include net interest margin trends, investment banking recovery signals, and capital management strategies. Together, their results offer critical insights into the late-cycle economy, credit conditions, and potential macroeconomic shifts. Investors are advised to distinguish between cyclical fluctuations and structural changes when assessing performance.

marsbit04/15 14:00

JPMorgan, Bank of America, and Citigroup: A Comprehensive Analysis of the 'Hidden Risks' Behind the Big Three's Earnings Reports

marsbit04/15 14:00

BREAKING – Goldman Sachs Bets On Bitcoin Income With New ETF Filing

Goldman Sachs has filed with the SEC for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, aiming to provide investors Bitcoin exposure without direct ownership. The fund will allocate at least 80% of its assets into Bitcoin-related products like existing spot Bitcoin ETFs and options. It intends to generate income by selling call options on Bitcoin ETF holdings, capping potential gains if Bitcoin's price rises significantly. This move follows Morgan Stanley's recent launch of the first bank-issued spot Bitcoin ETF. Goldman’s filing reflects growing institutional interest in Bitcoin investment vehicles, though the SEC has not yet approved the fund.

bitcoinist04/14 20:01

BREAKING – Goldman Sachs Bets On Bitcoin Income With New ETF Filing

bitcoinist04/14 20:01

Ethereum Leads The Tokenization Race With Billions In Assets

Ethereum is leading the tokenization of real-world assets, hosting over $22.5 billion in tokenized treasury products—nearly 72% of the total market share. Major institutions like JPMorgan Chase, BlackRock, and Franklin Templeton are using Ethereum for institutional-grade products such as tokenized bonds and funds. The network is becoming the preferred infrastructure for autonomous agents and DeFi due to its predictable yields, deep liquidity, and reduced smart contract vulnerabilities. Additionally, firms like Broadridge and Galaxy Digital are advancing on-chain governance and institutional participation, signaling a shift toward a new financial layer built by established Wall Street entities rather than crypto-native startups.

bitcoinist04/12 14:01

Ethereum Leads The Tokenization Race With Billions In Assets

bitcoinist04/12 14:01

When AI Becomes an Economic Entity, Why is Ethereum the Optimal Financial Solution for Agents?

The article argues that Ethereum is the optimal financial infrastructure for AI Agents, which are emerging as autonomous economic actors. It highlights through the example of an AI Agent named Felix, which generated significant revenue but was constrained by traditional financial systems requiring human identity. In contrast, Ethereum enables AI Agents to access decentralized finance (DeFi) services—such as lending, borrowing, yield generation, and fundraising—without human intervention, thanks to its permissionless, low-cost, and composable nature. Key points include: Agent-to-Agent transactions are already thriving on protocols like x402, with millions of micro-payments processed. Ethereum’s DeFi ecosystem offers unmatched maturity, deep liquidity, institutional adoption (e.g., BlackRock’s BUIDL), and reliability, making it the preferred platform for low-risk financial operations. As AI Agents grow in number and autonomy, they will drive demand for block space and ETH-based gas fees, while locking ETH as collateral. Despite potential challenges like gas abstraction or competition, Ethereum’s network effects and structural advantages position it as the foundational financial layer for the machine economy.

marsbit04/11 03:48

When AI Becomes an Economic Entity, Why is Ethereum the Optimal Financial Solution for Agents?

marsbit04/11 03:48

9:01 Kr | 7 Third-Party Platforms Involved in Train Ticket Sales Summoned for Talks; 4.5 Seconds for 5 Million, Zhang Xue's Live Auction of Championship Replica Racing Car Sells 'At Light Speed'; Amazon Denies Rumors of Laying Off 14,000 Employees in May

Chinese authorities have summoned seven third-party train ticket booking platforms, including Ctrip and Meituan, for disruptive practices against the official 12306 system. In a live stream auction, Zhangxue Motorcycle sold a championship replica race car for 5 million yuan in 45 seconds, with proceeds to be donated. Amazon denied rumors of planning to lay off 14,000 employees in May. Key developments include a national AI education action plan, Hong Kong's strict e-cigarette ban effective April 30, and a $352 million fine for accounting firm Zhongxingcai Guanghua. Samsung is reportedly restructuring its China operations, while Tesla denied producing a new compact SUV. OpenAI faces executive departures in its data center strategy, and Huawei previewed upcoming AI glasses. Financial results showed TSMC's Q1 revenue grew 35% YoY, while Porsche's China sales dropped 21%. Anthropic secured AI computing power from CoreWeave, and MiniMax launched a new music generation model. Several Chinese tech companies, including Shengshu Tech and Opensource China, completed significant funding rounds. Nio unveiled its ES9 premium SUV with starting price of 528,000 yuan, and XPeng partnered with Fuyao on AI dimming glass technology.

marsbit04/11 01:08

9:01 Kr | 7 Third-Party Platforms Involved in Train Ticket Sales Summoned for Talks; 4.5 Seconds for 5 Million, Zhang Xue's Live Auction of Championship Replica Racing Car Sells 'At Light Speed'; Amazon Denies Rumors of Laying Off 14,000 Employees in May

marsbit04/11 01:08

CoinFound × OSL Research Launches Stablecoin Research Collaboration, First Phase Focuses on USDGO

CoinFound and OSL Research have launched a stablecoin research partnership, with the initial phase centered on USDGO. The collaboration will conduct thematic research on the USDGO stablecoin ecosystem, utilizing on-chain data analysis and market structure observations. The study aims to explore the development path of stablecoins within the digital financial system and their application potential in trading, settlement, and on-chain financial scenarios. As stablecoins increasingly serve as a bridge between traditional finance and on-chain financial infrastructure, there is growing demand for research into their issuance mechanisms, liquidity structures, and ecosystem synergies. CoinFound and OSL Research will collaborate on building research frameworks and sharing industry insights. Their joint efforts will include co-developing research content, establishing data analysis frameworks, and publishing findings through reports, market observations, and thematic analyses. OSL Research, part of the OSL Group, focuses on in-depth digital asset research and provides forward-looking market insights. CoinFound specializes in Web3 data and research, offering analysis of asset structures and capital flow trends through on-chain analytics. Together, they aim to advance stablecoin research and provide clearer industry benchmarks for the digital asset market.

marsbit04/09 03:32

CoinFound × OSL Research Launches Stablecoin Research Collaboration, First Phase Focuses on USDGO

marsbit04/09 03:32

White House report challenges case for banning stablecoin yield as CLARITY Act debate intensifies

A White House report from the Council of Economic Advisers challenges the argument that banning yield on stablecoins is necessary to protect the banking system. The analysis, published on April 8, finds that prohibiting such yields would only increase bank lending by $2.1 billion (0.02% of total loans) while causing an estimated $800 million annual welfare loss for consumers. The report disputes claims that stablecoin yield draws significant deposits away from banks, noting that most reserves are held in Treasury bills and similar instruments, meaning capital largely remains within the financial system. Only about 12% of reserves held as cash-like deposits affect banks’ lending capacity. These findings come amid debates over the CLARITY Act, which proposes restricting yield-bearing stablecoins. The report suggests that a yield ban offers limited benefits to banks while reducing consumer returns and potentially hindering innovation in digital payments. It also frames stablecoins as part of a broader shift toward “narrow banking,” emphasizing benefits like faster settlement and reduced credit risk.

ambcrypto04/08 15:02

White House report challenges case for banning stablecoin yield as CLARITY Act debate intensifies

ambcrypto04/08 15:02

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