Japan’s three largest banks are preparing to jointly launch a yen-backed stablecoin for corporate payments after completing regulatory testing. The project will initially focus on business settlements, with plans to add a US dollar version later.
WeatherlyThe European Commission has ordered Meta to restore free access to WhatsApp’s business tools for rival AI chatbots while it investigates whether the company blocked competition unfairly. Meta must allow third-party AI assistants back onto the platform under previous terms within five working days, while it plans to appeal the decision.
AnaisAnthropic has released Claude Fable 5 with stronger performance but strict safety rules that route sensitive topics to an older model. Free access will be limited after 23 June, while a more powerful version is reserved for trusted users under a controlled programme.
AnaisAI-powered decentralized prediction market platform yesorno.com officially launched Prediction Market V1, introducing a simplified binary prediction experience centered around Yes/No outcomes, with a strategic focus on the professional sports prediction market.
AlexCoinbase urged US lawmakers to simplify crypto taxes by exempting stablecoin payments and small transactions from capital gains reporting. It also backed delaying taxes on mining rewards until assets are sold and called for a phased rollout of wash-sale rules.
AnaisDelaware lawmakers have moved forward with a bill to ban all crypto ATMs in the state and remove existing machines within 90 days if it becomes law. They said the step is aimed at tackling rising scams linked to these kiosks, with millions of dollars already lost by residents.
AnaisVisa has integrated its payment network with ChatGPT, allowing users to authorise AI agents to make purchases and complete payments on their behalf.
WeatherlyThe US regulator allowed Coinbase to offer global crypto perpetual futures to US users through a special no-action letter, linking domestic traders to offshore-style derivatives markets in a regulated way.
AnaisJapan’s parliament has moved closer to passing a law that treats cryptocurrencies like stocks, with lower taxes and stricter trading rules now expected. The plan could cut tax on crypto gains from as high as 55% to 20% and open the door for Bitcoin ETFs and tighter market oversight.
WeatherlyUS lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill to create a Justice Department-led task force that would coordinate investigations into crypto theft, scams and hacking across multiple federal agencies.
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