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Circle Announces USDC Support on Sui Blockchain Amid Record Stablecoin Volumes
On September 23, 2025, Circle confirmed the launch of native USDC on the Sui blockchain. This deployment comes during a 5% week-over-week surge in stablecoin on-chain volumes (source: The Block, 2025-09-23). Operators must rapidly assess Sui integration options and how higher network activity could affect liquidity management.
BNB Chain Announces Dedicated RWA Tokenization Layer at ETHGlobal Hong Kong
On September 24, 2025, BNB Chain unveiled a new native RWA tokenization infrastructure at ETHGlobal Hong Kong, with initial partners including two major insurance asset managers. Operators considering RWA launches must analyze integration points and new partnership opportunities.
HKMA Enforcement Action Hits Local Stablecoin Issuer After Wallet KYC Failures
On September 23, 2025, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced an enforcement action against regional stablecoin firm TriStable for lapses in wallet-based KYC. All operators serving Hong Kong must conduct immediate KYC compliance reviews or risk similar sanctions.
Immediate Action: Update US Treasury AML Procedures for RWA-Backed Tokens (Post 2025-09-17 Guidance)
Following the US Treasury’s new reporting mandates on September 17, 2025, teams must immediately update AML practices for tokenized real-world assets and stablecoins, focusing on UBO verification, large transfer event flags, and daily compliance reporting. Non-compliance risks include enforcement actions and loss of access to US payment rails, making operational updates in AML/transaction monitoring a Monday-morning priority.
Circle Announces Strategic Partnership with Banco Santander for USDC On-Off Ramps in Spain (2025-09-16)
Circle and Banco Santander have unveiled a partnership enabling direct USDC on-off ramps for European retail and institutional clients announced on September 16, 2025. The integration streamlines Euro-to-USDC transactions via Santander’s digital channels, immediately impacting stablecoin liquidity in the EU market. Operators must adapt settlement operations and review KYC integrations in light of this high-profile European banking collaboration.
New MiCAR Technical Standards Released: What Operators Must Do (2025-09-17)
The European Banking Authority published detailed technical standards for stablecoin (e-money token) issuers under MiCAR on September 17, 2025. Key points include new audit trail requirements, capital reserve calculations, and off-chain asset documentation. All EU-facing operators must immediately review onboarding, reserve management, and reporting policies to remain compliant and avoid enforcement actions.
Hong Kong SFC Issues Notice on ‘Real-World Asset Tokenization’ Advertising Standards (Sept 15, 2025)
On September 15, 2025, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission released new guidance mandating strict requirements for marketing RWA token offerings to retail investors. Immediate compliance checks needed for all RWA platforms marketing into or from Hong Kong.
Immediate Actions: Stablecoin Blacklist Expansion—OFAC Updates SDN List (Sept 16, 2025)
On September 16, 2025, OFAC updated its SDN list, resulting in additional Ethereum and Tron addresses being blacklisted and frozen by Circle, Tether, and exchanges. Stablecoin operators must run wallet screening immediately, ensure compliance with new addresses, and safeguard against sanctions risk as operational urgency rises.
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.