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Pakistan invites global crypto firms to apply for operating licenses: Report
Pakistan has invited international crypto firms to apply for licenses under its regulatory authority PVARA, with strict criteria and global compliance standards.
TradFi to ramp up Bitcoin allocations by year-end, Wall Street veteran tips
Wall Street veteran Jordi Visser says Bitcoin allocations in traditional finance portfolios "will go higher" next year.
Why you’d issue a branded stablecoin
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Ethereum Foundation introduces 'Privacy Stewards for Ethereum' and roadmap
The privacy roadmap included adding features for private transactions and decentralized identity solutions across Ethereum's tech stack.
Crypto VC Funding: Figure raises $787.5m in IPO, Rapyd bags $500m
The week of September 7 was a milestone period with $1.213 billion in crypto funding across 10 projects, including VC rounds and IPOs.
NFT sales show modest recovery, Pudgy Penguins jump 110%
After weeks of steep declines in participation, the NFT market is showing early signs of stabilization, buoyed by a broader crypto rebound.
The ‘endgame’ for US dollar stablecoins is no tickers — Web3 exec
US dollar-pegged Stablecoins have become commoditized, diminishing the need for individual price tickers from the viewpoint of crypto users.
Are SLMs the future of AI? Nvidia researchers think so. Here’s why
Experts at Nvidia claim that Small Language Models (SLMs) are key to the future of the artificial intelligence (AI) sector.
DigiTap aims to outperform major cryptos in Q4 2025
DigiTap raises $80k in its ICO, with analysts predicting big gains as the digital payments market grows. Ethena (ENA) has been in the public eye this season following its strong backing from key influencers. Recently, Arthur Hayes purchased about $1…
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Case Study: Smart Contract Exploit in Ondo Finance’s On-Chain US Treasury Token Triggers Emergency Redemptions
On September 10, 2025, Ondo Finance detected a vulnerability in its US Treasury token contract, leading to unauthorized redemptions and a $7.3M loss. The incident forced an emergency 24-hour pause in redemptions and triggered real-time notifications to asset custodians and liquidity partners. This live incident offers immediate operational lessons in on-chain monitoring, rapid incident response, and communications protocols for RWA-backed stablecoins.
Immediate Operational Recalibration: DeFi Lending Protocols Tighten Stablecoin LTV Ratios After RWA Collateral Jitters
Starting September 12, 2025, leading DeFi lending protocols including Aave and Compound reduced LTV (Loan-to-Value) ratios for stablecoin lending using RWA collateral. The change comes in response to increased volatility and recent RWA collateralization mishaps. Operators should review updated risk parameters, audit exposure, and communicate changes to users within the next week.
SEC Issues Emergency Cease-and-Desist to BlockFi's Real-World Asset Tokenization Product
On September 12, 2025, the SEC issued an emergency cease-and-desist order against BlockFi’s new tokenized real-world asset (RWA) lending platform. The regulator cited alleged unregistered securities offerings in the latest communication, demanding immediate operational shutdown and customer disclosure. This development requires platforms with RWA exposure to urgently review compliance frameworks and client messaging.
Tether Migrates $700M Collateral from Short-term Commercial Paper to US Treasuries Within 24 Hours
On September 11-12, 2025, Tether announced a $700M shift in collateral from short-term commercial paper to US Treasuries, matching new transparency commitments amid partner requests. The rapid move may impact market yields and stablecoin liquidity, and requires treasury managers to review allocation models and counterparty exposures immediately.
USDC Temporarily Depegs on Coinbase and Binance Following Major RWA Liquidation Event
On September 11, 2025, USDC experienced a temporary depeg to $0.98 on both Coinbase and Binance after a multi-million dollar liquidation of tokenized US Treasury assets linked to StableYield protocol. The event caused a 15% spike in stablecoin withdrawals and triggered price monitoring circuit breakers on several major exchanges. This incident underscores immediate risks for operators reliant on RWA-backed stablecoins, highlighting vulnerabilities in cross-venue liquidity and collateral management.
Circle and BlackRock Announce 72-Hour Real-Time On-Chain Treasury Settlement Pilot
Circle and BlackRock unveiled a 72-hour pilot using USDC for real-time settlements of BlackRock on-chain U.S. Treasury tokens, announced September 9, 2025. Early operational insights suggest reduced friction in institutional end-to-end RWA flows and instant on-chain transparency.
Tether Updates Proof-of-Reserve Mechanism After Partner Bank Audit (Sep 8, 2025)
On September 8, 2025, Tether released documentation of an updated proof-of-reserve mechanism, following an independent audit of its RWA custodians. Newly added real-time attestation APIs introduce immediate transparency but operational challenges in off-chain data synchronization.
Trend Watch: Surge in RWA Token Volume Following APAC Regulatory Greenlights
This week, several APAC regulators (Singapore, Hong Kong, South Korea) issued new guidance allowing expanded tokenization pilots for real-world assets, resulting in a reported 35% uptick in RWA token on-chain volume over the past 48 hours. This trend presents clear market entry and liquidity opportunities for stablecoin operators focused on Asia-Pacific.
Immediate Risk Management: Master Counterparty and Custodian Exposure After Recent Depeg Event
Based on the latest RWA-backed stablecoin depeg in Latin America (Sep 9), operators should perform urgent counterparty risk reviews, update diversification strategies, and prepare emergency client communication toolkits within 7 days.
Singapore MAS Grants New RWA Stablecoin Issuer License to Startup (Sep 9, 2025)
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) approved a new license for a USD-backed stablecoin tied to real-world assets, confirmed September 9, 2025. The move clears the way for increased stablecoin flows in regulated Asian markets and raises expectations for rapid onboarding protocols.