Topic
Stablecoins
332 published works
Global Fintech & Digital Assets Blog
Podcast: Macro and Regulatory Developments Impacting Stablecoins
Latham FinTech partners discuss the evolving stablecoin landscape on the New Territories Podcast. By Christian F. McDermott, Yvette D. Valdez, and Stephen P. Wink New York partners Yvette Valdez and…
The CLS Blue Sky Blog
Stablecoins in Cryptoeconomics: From Initial Coin Offerings to Central Bank Digital Currencies
In a recent article, I highlight the links among initial coin offerings (ICOs), cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Although these entities exist in different contexts (securities law…
Global Regulation Tomorrow
Council of EU and European Commission draft joint statement on stablecoins
By Albert Weatherill (UK), Matthew Gregory (UK)
On 6 November 2019, the Council of the EU released a note (13571/19) from its Presidency addressed to it, which annexes a joint statement of the Council and the European…
Global Regulation Tomorrow
IOSCO statement on study of emerging global stablecoin proposals
On 4 November 2019, the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) released a statement on a study of stablecoin initiatives with a potential global reach (Global Stablecoins). IOSCO’s FinTech Network…
Blockchain Legal Resource
Two Federal Bills Would Regulate Stablecoins
In the wake of the recent controversy surrounding the proposed Libra cryptocurrency, two members of Congress have begun circulating draft bills that would tighten federal regulation of certain stablecoins.
Global Fintech & Digital Assets Blog
The G7 Draws a Line in the Sand for Global Stablecoins
Global monetary authorities and financial regulators have responded forcefully to the advent of privately developed global stablecoins. By Todd Beauchamp, David L. Concannon, Stephen P. Wink, Simon Hawkins, Stuart Davis,…
Financial Services Observer
Bermuda Launches Two Key Fintech Initiatives, Becomes First Nation to Accept Stable Coins for Government Payments
By Barbara A. Jones, Aimee Wildstone
On Oct. 16, 2019, Bermuda Premier the Hon. E. David Burt JP, MP announced that Bermuda has committed to accept, for payment of government taxes, fees, and services, 1:1 U.S.-dollar-backed…
Blockchain Legal Resource
Fed Governor Discusses Digital Currencies
A recent speech by Fed Governor Lael Brainard entitled “Digital Currencies, Stablecoins, and the Evolving Payments Landscape” discusses a number of topics of interest to the crypto community, including the…
Global Regulation Tomorrow
FSB considers stablecoin regulatory issues
On 18 October 2019, the Financial Stability Board (FSB) published an issues note on the regulatory issues concerning stablecoins. The note was delivered to G20 finance ministers and central bank…
Global Regulation Tomorrow
FSB letter – global resilience in the face of new risks and stablecoins
On 13 October 2019, the Financial Stability Board (FSB) published a letter from Randal Quarles, FSB Chair, to G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors. The letter highlights three areas…