Industry News
Major developments across crypto companies, networks and market infrastructure.
Dune Launches Onchain Spot and Perpetual Data Feeds With a Screened Trading Catalog
The October 22 announcement introduces normalized trade feeds; coverage filters, unpriced records and reorganization corrections limit how the data should be used.
FCA Seeks DeFi Risk Guidance Feedback by November 18
The UK regulator consults on DeFi operational resilience and financial crime guidance, with final guidance planned for January 2027.
OCC Finalizes GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rule, Effective January 18, 2027
The OCC issued its final stablecoin rule on October 21. The effective date is January 18, 2027; application intake timing and separate AML rules remain to follow.
Google UAE Crypto Ad Rules Take Effect With Licensing and Certification Requirements
Google’s October 21 update requires eligible crypto advertisers targeting the UAE to hold a listed local licence and obtain Google certification.
WasabiCard Joins Open USD Network, Explores OUSD Payment Workflows
WasabiCard joined the Open USD partner network. OUSD card and cross-border settlement remain exploratory, alongside its existing USDT and USDC support.
Mesh Announces Visa Wallet-Spending Deal; Rollout Details Still Pending
Mesh and Visa plan spending from participating wallet balances. The announcement leaves initial availability, devices and participating platforms pending.
Mastercard Launches Stablecoin Risk Tool, Targets Global Access in 2027
Mastercard’s Stablecoin Security starts in North America with Borderless.xyz and Keyrails. Worldwide commercial availability is expected in 2027.
Arbitrum Opens USDG Growth Program With Conditional ARB Rewards
Arbitrum’s stablecoin program sets a $1M entry threshold and a 2M ARB prize pool. Rewards depend on approval and a 30-day average USDG TVL target.
Polygon Completes Coinme Acquisition, Adding Regulated U.S. Payment Rails
Polygon Labs completed its Coinme acquisition, adding licensed U.S. fiat access to its Open Money Stack for stablecoin payments.