The Bank Stablecoin Has Already Been Launched, and It Belongs to Zelle's Owner
Coverage focused on whether JPMorgan will issue a stablecoin, but Early Warning Services, owned by seven major US banks, launched ZLUSD in June 2026.
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Shinhan Signs Visa Deal to Build Korea's Stablecoin Payment Rails
Shinhan Financial Group signed a strategic agreement with Visa on August 26, 2026 to test stablecoin issuance, remittance, and redemption for the Korean market.
Fasset Hits $1 Billion Valuation as SBI Leads $68 Million Round
Fasset raised $68 million led by SBI Group at a $1 billion valuation, with $40 billion in annualised volume and twelve straight profitable months.
Yellow Card Raises $40 Million From Standard Chartered and Sony to Scale Stablecoin Rails
Yellow Card closed a $40 million round on August 4, 2026 from SC Ventures, Sony Innovation Fund, Polychain and Blockchain Capital, passing $120 million total.
USDC on Ethereum vs L2s in 2026: A Practical Guide to Fees, Liquidity, and Cash-Out Reliability
Comparing USDC on Ethereum vs L2s in 2026, based on real fees, liquidity depth, and cash-out reliability with practical routing checklists.