Layer-1 blockchain Aptos has announced a strategic partnership with World Liberty Financial, the Trump family’s financial project, to deploy USD1 stablecoins in a direct challenge to Tron’s market dominance. The collaboration, confirmed by Aptos CEO Avery Ching at the TOKEN 2049 conference in Singapore, represents a significant move in the competitive stablecoin landscape, with initial products designed to return yield directly to users rather than institutions.
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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has appointed top executives from Uniswap, Aptos, Chainlink, JP Morgan, and Franklin Templeton to its Digital Asset Markets Subcommittee, signaling the regulator’s deepening engagement with the cryptocurrency industry. The appointments, made under Acting Chair Caroline D. Pham, represent a strategic move to incorporate industry expertise as the CFTC develops regulatory frameworks for digital assets, bridging traditional finance and emerging crypto markets.
about CFTC Appoints Crypto Leaders to Digital Asset Markets SubcommitteeAptos Labs Names Solomon Tesfaye Chief Business Officer
Aptos Labs, a high-performance blockchain firm, announced the appointment of Solomon Tesfaye as Chief Business Officer (CBO) to lead institutional partnerships and global expansion. Tesfaye, formerly Head of Capital Markets, joins as Aptos hits $540M in tokenized real-world assets and doubles institutional integrations in 2025. His role will focus on driving adoption, navigating regulatory landscapes, and aligning products with market demand. Aptos Labs, backed by major investors like a16z and Franklin Templeton, aims to leverage regulatory clarity and market momentum to position Aptos as a leader in on-chain asset infrastructure. Tesfaye’s experience in capital markets and strategic alliances is expected to accelerate institutional engagement and tokenization at scale.
about Aptos Labs Names Solomon Tesfaye Chief Business OfficerAptos RWA Adoption Soars with $538M TVL, APT Unlock Ahead
The Aptos Network is gaining traction as a top choice for real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, with its TVL surging 56.28% in 30 days to $538M, making it the third-largest RWA network. Institutional adoption is evident with $420M in private credit, $86.93M in U.S. Treasuries, and $30.72M in alternative funds. Aptos CEO Avery Ching’s appointment to the CFTC’s Digital Asset Markets Subcommittee highlights regulatory engagement, while a partnership with Yellow Card enables gas-free stablecoin transfers in Africa. However, traders are eyeing the July 12 unlock of 11.31M APT tokens (~$49.5M), which may influence near-term price action as APT tests key support at $4.3.
about Aptos RWA Adoption Soars with $538M TVL, APT Unlock AheadAptos & Yellow Card Launch Gas-Free Stablecoin Transfers in Africa
Aptos and Yellow Card have launched a gas-free stablecoin transfer service in over 20 African countries, enabling instant USDT and USDC transactions without network fees. The partnership targets financial inclusion by addressing the needs of underserved populations, particularly for cross-border remittances and small business payments. Aptos covers all gas fees through its ‘gas-sponsored onboarding’ feature, making the service highly accessible. Stablecoins like USDT and USDC are gaining traction in Africa due to their stability amid local currency volatility. Aptos is also expanding its global payment ambitions, with recent developments like Panora Flows enhancing interoperability. Beyond finance, Aptos is venturing into public health through investments like Universal Health Token. Meanwhile, Aptos’ native token APT has seen a slight decline in price.
about Aptos & Yellow Card Launch Gas-Free Stablecoin Transfers in AfricaAptos CEO Joins CFTC Panel, Boosting Crypto Regulation
Aptos CEO and co-founder Avery Ching has been appointed to the CFTC’s Digital Asset Markets Subcommittee, bringing blockchain expertise to the regulatory body. This move aligns with the CFTC’s measured approach to crypto oversight, contrasting with the SEC’s aggressive enforcement. Ching’s background—from Meta’s Diem project to Aptos—positions him as a bridge between blockchain innovators and traditional finance. Meanwhile, Bitwise’s Aptos ETF filing reflects rising institutional interest, as APT’s price shows bullish momentum. Aptos’s ecosystem, featuring three USD-pegged stablecoins, is also drawing regulatory attention amid broader stablecoin discussions.
about Aptos CEO Joins CFTC Panel, Boosting Crypto RegulationBitwise Files to Launch Spot Aptos Exchange-Traded Fund in the US
Bitwise has filed to list a spot Aptos ETF in the US, marking its latest move to expand beyond its existing Bitcoin and Ether ETFs. The Aptos token, created by former Facebook employees, ranks 36th by market cap at $3.8 billion. The filing includes Coinbase Custody as the proposed custodian, but lacks details on the stock exchange, fees, or ticker.
about Bitwise Files to Launch Spot Aptos Exchange-Traded Fund in the USPotential Altcoin Gains from Trump’s Crypto Strategy and Market Impact
Analysts predict that Avalanche (AVAX) could see significant gains due to its favorable conditions, including a pending ETF application and connections to Trump’s digital asset advisory council. Other tokens like Sui, Filecoin, and Aptos have White House recognition but lack Trump’s endorsement or ETF efforts. The crypto market remains volatile amid US inflation and tariff uncertainties, with experts suggesting a potential bullish reversal driven by new crypto policies.
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