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LAST UPDATE: September 30, 2025
US and Eurozone central bankers divided over stablecoins
At the Sibos banking conference, U.S. central bankers expressed support for private sector stablecoins, while European counterparts warned of systemic risks and emphasized monetary sovereignty.
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This divide may lead to divergent regulatory frameworks and influence the global balance of payments innovation and control.
Power struggle upends US crypto watchdog as Donald Trump embraces industry
The CFTC, key regulator for crypto markets, is undergoing internal turmoil with leadership vacancies and influence from crypto-focused stakeholders.
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The instability undermines regulatory consistency, and Trump’s alignment with crypto could tilt oversight toward industry-friendly rules.
US regulator calls for crypto passporting with UK as she steps down
New York DFS head Adrienne Harris, upon resigning, advocated for a crypto “passporting” regime with the UK to enhance regulatory interoperability for firms.
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A coordinated U.S.–UK framework could ease cross-border crypto operations and reduce fragmentation, but it requires trust and alignment.
Emerging market debt database run by development banks turns to AI to fine-tune risk
A consortium of development banks is applying AI to its debt database to better assess risk and forecast vulnerabilities in emerging markets.
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Improved analytics could support more precise lending, risk pricing, and early warning systems—benefitting both borrowers and lenders.
