Stellar Validators Vote In AMM Integration That Could Boost Liquidity
In addition to an order book-based token router, the protocol now boasts a parallel automated market maker.

Biden Administration: Stablecoins Should Be Regulated Like Banks
The long-awaited stablecoin report from the President’s Working Group on Financial Markets (PWG) suggests prudential bank regulators should oversee stablecoin issuers. Rep. Warren Davidson (R-Ohio) shares insights into the U.S. crypto regulatory landscape for stablecoins, custody issues, DeFi, and tether.

Crypto Investment Firm Sanctor Capital Raises $20M for First Fund
Veterans of Crypto Briefing started Sanctor earlier this year with a focus on GameFi.

Squid Game Token Crashes; Developers Say They’ve Left the Project
The play-to-earn token inspired by the hit Netflix show has plunged to nearly zero after a dizzying rise.

GSR Turns Up DeFi Activity in Strategic Shift
“We just see DeFi overtaking centralized exchanges as a preferred liquidity venue,” Jake Dwyer said.

DeFi Startup Notional Expands Fixed-Rate Lending Presence With V2 Upgrade
The crypto lending protocol’s second iteration brings an improved focus on security and liquidity.

Paying Off Student Loans? You Can Do It With Crypto
Thanks to innovative DeFi platforms, there are now more options available for student borrowers who wish to repay their loans using crypto.

XRP Gets Wrapped by Tokensoft for Ethereum DeFi Debut
Tokensoft’s Wrapped is now taking a multi-custodial approach, having partnered with Hex Trust on wXRP.

Curve Finance’s CRV Quietly Becomes a Top-Performing DeFi Token Despite Meme-Token Craze
CRV was up 1.87% in the past 24 hours and nearly 65% over the past week.

FATF Crypto Guidance Looks to Bring Industry in Line With Banks
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global anti-money laundering (AML) agency, has released its updated guidance for firms that handle crypto and virtual assets. “The Hash” team discusses the key takeaways and implications for the future of DeFi regulation.
