Stablecore has raised $20 million for a platform that helps community and regional banks and credit unions offer stablecoins, tokenized deposits and digital asset products. Stablecore serves as a “digital asset core,” unifying the critical components of digital asset offerings into a single platform specifically built for America’s 8000+ community and regional banks and credit unions.
The platform integrates with existing banking cores and digital banking services, enabling financial institutions to offer digital asset products without changing their technology infrastructure.
“Following landmark regulatory changes this year, stablecoins and digital assets have entered a new paradigm, becoming permissible activities within banking,” says Alex Treece, CEO, Stablecore. “Banks and credit unions – especially Main Street institutions – are the most logical, secure home for these assets alongside customers’ existing financial accounts. Stablecore helps financial institutions retain their deposits, create new digital asset-powered revenue streams and stay competitive as this transition to digital assets and blockchain technology unfolds.” How They Do It — Key Components & Methods From what is public, here are the main “how” components: Integration with existing bank core / digital banking systems The solution is designed to be plugged into a bank’s core systems so that stablecoins & digital assets feel like just another product offering from the bank (accounts, transfers, etc.). Flexible provider & network support (“zero lock-in”) They integrate with multiple major custodians, exchanges & stablecoin providers. That means a bank can choose which stablecoins, which custody partners, which blockchains/networks it wants, rather than being locked into one vendor. Compliance, security & controls built in They emphasize “highest standards” for security, risk, regulatory compliance. They show SOC-2 compliance badge, which suggests formal security & process audits. Tokenization of deposits Converting traditional bank deposit liabilities into digital tokens (“tokenized deposits”) to allow on-chain uses: faster settlement, programmable money, integration with other stablecoin rails. Collateralized lending using digital assets Allow customers who own crypto/digital assets to use them as collateral in order to access lending. This provides new lending opportunities for banks using digital asset holdings.
Remittix launches Web3 wallet beta supporting 40+ cryptocurrencies with direct crypto-to-bank transfers across 30 countries
Remittix (RTX) has officially opened beta testing of its Web3 wallet, with Dogecoin (DOGE) and Cardano (ADA) token holders invited to be among the first to try out its powerful new platform. The milestone puts Remittix firmly as a strong contender to market leaders such as Trust Wallet and MetaMask. The Remittix token has had impressive presale performance having raised more than $26 million, having sold more than 665 million tokens at $0.1080 per token. In contrast to conventional wallets, which exist mainly as asset storage and exchange-based, Remittix is designed with real-world application. The platform supports crypto-to-bank transfers in 30+ countries, enabling value to be transferred directly into legacy financial systems. An in-app foreign exchange solution by a live conversion rate calculator provides users with in-app foreign exchange capability, enabling seamless exchange across currencies without going through third parties. The wallet will handle over 40 coins on day one, both well-known assets and high-potential altcoins. Transactions are optimized to be fast and affordable, so international remittances are available to consumers and businesses in an integrated manner. Remittix is also introducing incentives for early adoption. RTX has a referral rewards program that gives participants a 15% USDT immediate reward for every new presale customer they refer. There’s also an ongoing $250,000 giveaway campaign to compensate the most engaged supporters.
Rain partners with Lithic to integrate stablecoin-native card infrastructure with global issuer processing across 150+ countries
Rain, has partnered with Lithic, aimed at accelerating global growth, expanding market reach, and providing partners with enhanced technology choices for scaled card programme deployment. Rain has established itself as a leading provider of stablecoin-native card infrastructure, supporting more than 150 partners and processing millions of transactions across over 150 countries. Through this partnership with Lithic, Rain will significantly broaden its global footprint, making its innovative stablecoin technology accessible to an even wider range of FinTechs, platforms, and enterprises. By integrating Rain’s stablecoin-powered card issuance and payments platform with Lithic’s advanced processing capabilities, businesses can launch, integrate, and scale global card programmes with unprecedented speed and efficiency. The collaboration offers Rain’s partners additional flexibility in powering their card programmes, leveraging Lithic’s modern, developer-friendly processing platform. Known for its speed, scalability, and resilience, Lithic’s infrastructure is certified for global issuer processing, enabling stablecoin-powered transactions in the 150+ countries where Rain-issued cards are accepted. This ensures that Rain’s partners benefit from robust fraud prevention, real-time authorisation, and a best-in-class option for managing programmes at scale. Bo Jiang, CEO & Co-founder of Lithic, said, “This partnership allows Lithic to bring our advanced processing platform into this fast-growing category and support FinTechs and card programmes around the world. It’s an exciting opportunity to help our shared partners innovate faster.”
Hedera launches team to accelerate enterprises’ transition from blockchain PoC to production-ready enterprise applications in payment and supply chains
Hedera has established the Hedera Enterprise Adoption Team (HEAT), a unit aimed at helping enterprise clients turn blockchain concepts into operational solutions. The initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of the Hedera network among Council Members, assisting organizations in transitioning from proofs of concept (POCs) to real-world implementations. HEAT is led by Rob Allen, a seasoned Hedera Council member with extensive experience in payments, consulting, and Web3 technology. The team works closely with Hedera Council Members to identify high-value use cases and deliver practical enterprise solutions. HEAT provides a structured framework and hands-on support to accelerate enterprise deployment and create tangible value for large-scale blockchain projects. Rob Allen’s combination of consulting experience, Web3 expertise, and industry knowledge positions him to guide Council Members in scaling blockchain applications efficiently and effectively. The unique governance model of Hedera positions the network to capitalize on enterprise interest in distributed ledger technology, ensuring that blockchain projects meet regulatory and compliance standards while remaining scalable and sustainable.
Polygon’s AggLayer provides trustless interoperability across blockchains: allowing optimistic rollups, ZK chains, and even non-EVM environments to exchange assets securely and share liquidity
Polygon Labs, a leading blockchain infrastructure provider, has been focusing on building infrastructure that connects blockchains at scale for the past five years. The company has released multiple iterations of its technology, including Plasma, Proof of Stake, zkEVM, CDK, and now AggLayer and Katana. CEO Marc Boiron explains that these changes reflect a process of refinement aimed at building infrastructure that connects blockchains at scale. AggLayer, introduced in February 2025, is designed to provide trustless interoperability across blockchains, allowing optimistic rollups, ZK chains, and even non-EVM environments to exchange assets securely and share liquidity. It positions AggLayer differently from other interoperability initiatives, as it prioritizes secure liquidity sharing across heterogeneous systems. Polygon expects network effects to sustain adoption, and Katana, a liquidity-focused chain incubated inside Polygon, is being developed as a demonstration of this principle. Katana is a new blockchain developed under Polygon’s umbrella with the specific aim of serving as a DeFi liquidity hub. It focuses on consolidating capital and returning value to participants, rather than offering a general-purpose environment. The system is designed so that protocols in the same category do not directly compete for liquidity on-chain. Polygon PoS remains one of the most widely used networks in crypto, processing more small-value USDC transfers than Solana, with adoption growing in Argentina and Brazil where stablecoins are frequently used as substitutes for local currency. The growth reflects both grassroots activity and structured partnerships, with companies like Stripe enabling merchants to accept USDC payments over Polygon. Polygon PoS is being positioned within AggLayer as the specialized chain for payments and tokenized assets, while Katana focuses on DeFi. This modular approach reduces fragmentation by assigning specific functions to different chains, all linked by AggLayer.
Ripple’s new roadmap for the XRP Ledger focuses on institutional finance, adding a native lending protocol and a Multi-Purpose Token standard for RWA tokenization
Ripple has announced a new development roadmap for the XRP Ledger (XRPL), aiming to transform it into a competitive hub for real-world asset tokenisation and regulated on-chain financial services. The roadmap includes a native lending protocol, the Multi-Purpose Token (MPT) standard, and two compliance features: Credentials and Deep Freeze. Ripple plans to introduce Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) in 2026, cryptographic tools that allow transactions to be verified without revealing sensitive details. The first application will be confidential Multi-Purpose Tokens (MPTs), scheduled for early 2026. Ripple’s focus on compliance, security, and privacy could carve out a niche in regulated finance. The roadmap lays the groundwork to challenge competitors and expand XRPL’s footprint in institutional finance. The success of this effort hinges on adoption, with Ripple’s success hinged on attracting liquidity and establishing partnerships with major financial institutions.
Keeta’s Mainnet is the most scalable L1 blockchain network in the world: delivers 11.2 million TPS which exceeds combined throughput of Visa, FedNow and SWIFT
Keeta announced the official launch of Keeta Network’s mainnet, the most scalable L1 blockchain in the world, following stealth development and extensive testing. Backed by $20 million from notable investors, the network enables instant, low-cost global transfers between any payment systems or currencies, offering seamless integration for banks, merchants, and blockchain networks. The mainnet launch also unlocks key functionalities, including the enablement of asset transfers from any system or chain into Keeta Network, support for pain-free asset swaps, and a simple process for off-ramping assets. During a public stress test conducted in June 2025, Keeta achieved a verified 11.2 million transactions per second (TPS), establishing it as the fastest blockchain network ever tested. The test was conducted in collaboration with Google’s Spanner engineering team and monitored by third-party validator Chainspect, with all transactions cryptographically verified and immutably logged to ensure security at massive scale. This breakthrough performance not only surpasses all existing blockchain networks, outpacing Solana by 2,500x, but also exceeds the combined throughput of traditional financial systems like Visa, FedNow, and SWIFT. The testnet boasts impressive statistics, including: 235 million distinct wallets with non-zero balances; 42 million wallets that have completed transactions; 13+ exchanges that have listed Keeta’s native token ($KTA) since launch in March.
Plasma launches first stablecoin-native neobank with zero-fee USDT transfers, 10%+ yields and 4% cashback targeting emerging markets
Plasma has launched Plasma One, the first neobank built entirely around stablecoins, aiming to make saving, spending, and earning in digital dollars seamless. The platform is designed to fix what the company calls a broken user experience for stablecoin holders, who often face clunky interfaces, limited local options, and friction when converting to cash. Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies whose value is tied to another asset, such as the U.S. dollar or gold. They play a major role in cryptocurrency markets, providing a payment infrastructure, and are also used to transfer money internationally. “The dollar is the product, and most of the world is desperate to access it,” said Plasma CEO Paul Faecks. “Plasma One is our answer to the distribution problem as it puts us directly in the hands of people who face financial exclusion, delivering permissionless access to saving, spending, earning, and sending digital dollars,” Faecks added. Plasma One offers card payments with rewards, zero-fee USDT transfers, and fast onboarding, all built on Plasma’s own blockchain and payments stack. The company is focusing on emerging markets where dollar access is most critical, using local teams and peer-to-peer cash networks to drive adoption. The rollout comes ahead of Plasma’s mainnet beta launch on Sept. 25, with access set to expand in stages.
Griffin AI transforms natural-language DeFi prompts into ready-to-sign transactions using integrated Uniswap, 1inch and Aave liquidity: achieves 89% faster transactions
Griffin AI has launched TEA Turbo, a Transaction Execution Agent designed to simplify the creation and deployment of Ethereum transactions using natural language. By integrating with platforms like Aave, Uniswap, and 1inch, TEA Turbo streamlines the complex multi-step processes typical in DeFi, allowing users to describe their transactions in plain English, which the agent then converts into a clear, ready-to-sign on-chain plan. Users still maintain control, needing to confirm transactions through their wallets after the agent has performed necessary checks and computations. TEA Turbo enhances user experience with features such as price comparison, direct wallet integration, and a significant speed improvement, processing transactions 89% faster—from an average of 43.7 seconds to just 4.98 seconds. The agent builds a comprehensive plan, verifies liquidity, and updates users post-execution, focusing on a user-friendly interaction model. This tool is part of a larger ecosystem that includes a no-code Agent Builder with over 15,000 community-created agents, and it aims to evolve by adding new networks and sophisticated transaction types. Griffin AI specializes in merging blockchain and AI technology, providing valuable tools for the development and commercialization of decentralized AI agents in the DeFi space, making it accessible for both technical and non-technical users. The company is poised to lead the transition towards decentralized AI solutions with innovative offerings in the blockchain space.
Zerohash reaches $1 billion unicorn valuation with $104 million Series D-2 led by Morgan Stanley, SoFi etc: they plan to build “AWS of on-chain infrastructure”
Zerohash announced a $104 million Series D-2 raise. Led by Interactive Brokers, the round also saw new participation from major institutions including Morgan Stanley, SoFi, Apollo-managed funds, Jump Crypto, Northwestern Mutual Future Ventures, FTMO, IMC and Liberty City Ventures. This raise marks the first crypto and stablecoin investments for many of these marquee institutions. The new $104 million raise brings zerohash’s total funding to $275 million. This capital will accelerate product expansion, support talent growth, and further solidify its role in powering on-chain innovation for the world’s leading financial institutions. zerohash provides the infrastructure that enables any business to seamlessly unlock crypto, stablecoin, and tokenization solutions for their customers. zerohash provides regulatory-compliant infrastructure that can be embedded into any app, platform or wallet, allowing clients to innovate quickly and thoughtfully. zerohash’s API and embeddable dev-kit enables innovators to easily launch solutions across trading, cross-border payments, commerce, remittance, payroll and tokenization. “We are building the AWS of on-chain infrastructure,” said Edward Woodford, Founder and CEO of zerohash. “This raise, and the caliber of our investors and clients, is testament to the trust we’ve built. It further underscores the scale and the proven track record that we have developed since founding in 2017. Crypto, stablecoins and tokenization aren’t coming – it’s here – and zerohash is the engine behind the scenes.”