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Stablecoins
Diem Scales Back, Sets Eyes on a US-Backed Stablecoin
Diem, the cryptocurrency formerly known as Libra, started off with ambitions to create a global crypto tied to a basket of currencies from around the world, but Diem has since transitioned to a new model to develop a U.S. dollar-based stablecoin. Its headquarters is moving from Switzerland to the U.S. Christian Catalini, Diem's co-founder joins "First Mover" to provide an update on the project.
IMF Official: ‘A World With More Than One Reserve Currency Is a More Stable World’
Tommaso Mancini-Griffoli said we already live in a world with more than one reserve currency, but also that crypto was too young and volatile to be a global reserve.
Crypto Long & Short: Why Tesla’s Reversal Is Good for Bitcoin
The company's recent move is more about policy than price. Plus: Did this week mark the start of a meaningful shift in the stablecoin market?
Terra’s 25-Fold Price Jump This Year Shows Growing Bet on Algorithmic Stablecoins
The South Korean-based stablecoin platform Terra has seen its market capitalization overtake better-known decentralized rival Maker's.
Tether's First Reserve Breakdown Shows Token 49% Backed by Unspecified Commercial Paper
The new composition report is part of Tether’s efforts to stay in compliance with a settlement with the New York Attorney General.
Facebook-Backed Diem Partners With Silvergate Bank to Issue US Dollar Stablecoin
Diem is moving its "primary operations" from Switzerland to the U.S.
Stablecoins Like USDC See Growing Demand in Latin America: Bitso CEO
Latin Americans are increasingly turning to stablecoins as a store of value.
Crypto Taking Off in Latin America
Many U.S. investors might view bitcoin mostly as a store of value, but in Latin America, bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are emerging as useful payment methods. Daniel Vogel of Bitso joins "First Mover" to discuss the state of the crypto markets in Latin America, Bitso's expansion plans and what's behind the stablecoin boom in the region.
Crypto Now Viewed by Some as a Threat to Financial Stability, Fed Survey Finds
The Fed's own staffers didn't mention cryptocurrencies as a risk to financial stability, but market participants did.
