Japan is doubling down on a single stablecoin bet — and USD Coin is emerging as the clear winner.

Coinbase has launched Coinbase Business in Singapore, marking its first international expansion for the platform beyond the United States. The move underscores the exchange’s ambition to bring stablecoin-powered finance to startups and small enterprises across Asia.Coinbase Picks Singapore for Its First Global Expansion, Launches Coinbase Business to Power USDC Payments

In a landmark vote, the Tron blockchain has executed its largest-ever fee reduction, cutting network transaction costs by 60% to restore affordability and fend off increasing competition in the stablecoin sector.

The US DOJ has seized $7.74 million laundered by North Korean operatives who used stolen US identities to secure remote blockchain jobs and bypass KYC checks. The funds were funnelled back to support the regime’s weapons programme.

South Korea’s top presidential candidates back crypto innovation, even as the country tightens regulations on exchanges. Officials are also weighing a state-backed stablecoin, signalling deeper government involvement in digital finance.

Loopscale lost $5.8 million from a flaw in its collateral pricing system, including 1,200 SOL and $5.7 million in USDC. Key platform functions are now restored, and the exploiter is willing to return the funds for a bounty.

In response to Tether freezing wallets linked to Russian users, a Finance Ministry official proposed a ruble-backed stablecoin to reduce reliance on dollar-pegged tokens like USDT and USDC, granting Russia more financial autonomy.

USDC payments are now available on Sony's Singapore online store, with the company suggesting that additional cryptocurrencies may be introduced in the future.

A hacker stole $49.5 million from Infini. The firm claims to have identified the attacker and issued an ultimatum, offering 20% of the stolen funds for their return.

Coinbase has become the official sponsor of Aston Martin’s Formula One team in a deal settled entirely in USDC. Financial terms were undisclosed, placing Coinbase alongside rival Crypto.com, which recently extended its F1 partnership through 2030.