Stellar’s XLM token surged approximately 4% in 24 hours this December, propelled by significant developments in real-world payment integrations and institutional pilots. This growth in utility, however, stands in stark contrast to its precarious technical position, as XLM continues to trade near the critical $0.245 long-term support level. The month’s narrative is defined by the tension between strengthening network fundamentals and a fragile price structure that leaves traders divided on the token’s next major move.
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0 posts last weekDeutsche Börse Adds Third Euro Stablecoin to Infrastructure
Deutsche Börse is expanding its digital asset offerings by integrating AllUnity’s EURAU stablecoin into its market infrastructure, marking the exchange group’s third euro-pegged stablecoin integration and signaling a comprehensive push into digital currency services. The move strengthens Deutsche Börse’s position in the growing digital asset ecosystem, beginning with institutional custody through Clearstream before expanding across its entire service portfolio.
about Deutsche Börse Adds Third Euro Stablecoin to Infrastructurekpk Launches Agent-Powered Vaults on Morpho Network
kpk, the industry leader in non-custodial asset management, has launched agent-powered vaults on the Morpho universal lending network, marking a significant advancement in automated decentralized finance. The new vaults leverage Morpho’s $10B+ network effect to deliver professional-grade treasury management tools to all users, democratizing access to sophisticated onchain financial infrastructure through transparent, policy-driven automation.
about kpk Launches Agent-Powered Vaults on Morpho NetworkClearBank & Circle Partner to Scale USDC and EURC in Europe
In a significant move for European digital finance, UK-based cloud clearing bank ClearBank has formed a strategic partnership with Circle, the issuer of the world’s second-largest stablecoin USDC, to scale stablecoin operations across European markets. The collaboration focuses on expanding institutional access to both USDC and EURC stablecoins through Circle Mint, representing a major step toward mainstream adoption of regulated digital currencies in traditional European banking infrastructure.
about ClearBank & Circle Partner to Scale USDC and EURC in EuropeDeutsche Börse & Circle Partner on Stablecoin Trading
German securities marketplace Deutsche Börse has partnered with Circle Internet Group to advance stablecoin adoption in European financial markets. The collaboration will integrate Circle’s USD and euro-pegged stablecoins into Deutsche Börse’s trading infrastructure, representing a significant bridge between traditional finance and digital assets in regulated European exchanges.
about Deutsche Börse & Circle Partner on Stablecoin TradingVisa Launches Stablecoin Pilot for Cross-Border Payments
Visa has launched a groundbreaking stablecoin pilot program using USDC and EURC to revolutionize cross-border payments, representing a significant bridge between traditional finance and digital currency infrastructure. Announced at SIBOS 2025, the initiative enables financial institutions to pre-fund international transactions using Circle’s stablecoins for near-instant payouts, directly addressing what Visa’s Chris Newkirk describes as “outdated systems” that have hampered cross-border money movement for too long.
about Visa Launches Stablecoin Pilot for Cross-Border PaymentsY Combinator Backs Web3 Startups with Base Partnership
Y Combinator has launched a landmark “Fintech 3.0” initiative to fund Web3 startups, partnering with Base and Coinbase Ventures to accelerate the development of financial systems built on blockchain infrastructure. Announced on September 23, the program positions blockchain as the foundation for a new financial era, driven by unprecedented regulatory clarity, technological maturity, and explosive market demand. This move signals a major institutional bet on on-chain finance as the logical next evolution following the digitization of the 1990s and the API-driven fintech boom of the last decade.
about Y Combinator Backs Web3 Startups with Base PartnershipStablecoin Adoption Surge: 54% of Firms Plan Deployment by 2026
Financial institutions and corporations are poised for a dramatic shift toward stablecoin adoption, with 54% of current non-users planning implementation within the next year according to a groundbreaking EY-Parthenon survey. This represents a potential quadrupling of adoption from the current 13% global utilization rate, driven primarily by significant cost savings exceeding 10% and revolutionary improvements in cross-border payment efficiency. The recent passage of the GENIUS Act has removed regulatory barriers that previously stalled institutional adoption, creating unprecedented momentum in the digital payments landscape.
about Stablecoin Adoption Surge: 54% of Firms Plan Deployment by 2026Circle & Mastercard Expand USDC Payments in EEMEA
Circle and Mastercard have announced a strategic partnership to facilitate USDC and Euro Coin payments in the EEMEA region. This agreement allows merchants and acquirers to settle transactions using these stablecoins, enhancing cross-border payment efficiency and reducing friction. Arab Financial Services and Eazy Financial Services are confirmed as the first adopters, marking a significant step toward mainstream stablecoin adoption in traditional payment networks. The move underscores growing institutional acceptance of digital currencies for global settlements.
about Circle & Mastercard Expand USDC Payments in EEMEAJapan to Approve Yen-Backed Stablecoins Led by JPYC
Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is reportedly preparing to approve yen-denominated stablecoins, with JPYC leading the initiative. The Tokyo-based fintech firm will soon complete registration as a money transfer business, a prerequisite for issuing its digital yen. The stablecoins will be pegged at a fixed rate of one yen per unit, backed by liquid holdings such as commercial bank deposits and Japanese government bonds. JPYC’s adoption could mirror trends in the U.S., where stablecoin issuers have become major buyers of Treasurys. The move aligns with global stablecoin growth, now exceeding $286 billion, and follows Circle’s recent launch of USDC in Japan. Governments slow to adopt stablecoin frameworks may face higher public debt costs, warns a JPYC representative.
about Japan to Approve Yen-Backed Stablecoins Led by JPYCVisa Expands Stablecoin & Blockchain Support
Visa has announced expanded support for two additional USD-backed stablecoins (USDG and PYUSD), the euro-backed EURC, and two new blockchains (Stellar and Avalanche). This builds on its existing Ethereum and Solana integrations, reinforcing its multi-chain strategy. The company emphasizes stablecoins’ potential to revolutionize global payments if they remain trusted and interoperable. Visa’s partnerships, like its collaboration with Bridge (part of Stripe), enable stablecoin-linked card transactions in Latin America. Stablecoin adoption is surging, with their market cap doubling since 2023 to over $265 billion, driven by institutional use for cost-efficient cross-border transactions. Regulatory clarity, such as the GENIUS Act, and interest from major banks like JPMorgan further validate the trend.
about Visa Expands Stablecoin & Blockchain SupportVisa Expands Stablecoin Support to Avalanche & Stellar
Visa announced the expansion of its stablecoin settlement infrastructure to include PayPal’s PYUSD, Paxos-issued USDG, and Circle’s EURC, now supported on Avalanche and Stellar networks alongside Ethereum and Solana. This move aligns with growing institutional adoption of stablecoins, bolstered by the recent GENIUS Act, which provides a federal regulatory framework for stablecoin issuance and use in the U.S. Visa’s Global Head of Growth Products highlighted the potential of stablecoins to revolutionize global payments if they remain trusted and interoperable. Meanwhile, AVAX and XLM prices showed minor fluctuations, and Visa’s stock dipped slightly. The company continues to expand its crypto ventures, including stablecoin-linked debit cards in Latin America.
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