Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
TRM Labs Partners with Stablecore for Stablecoin Compliance in US Banks
TRM Labs announced a partnership with Stablecore on April 9, 2026, integrating blockchain intelligence into Stablecore's platform to enable US banks and credit unions to offer stablecoins and digital assets compliantly. The integration provides risk signals and supports regulatory clarity from the GENIUS Act and agencies like OCC and FDIC.
Stablecoins now represent 30% of on-chain crypto volume.
Blockchain Stocks to Watch: Core Scientific, Figure Tech, and Others Highlighted
MarketBeat flagged seven blockchain stocks on April 8, 2026, including Core Scientific (CORZ), Figure Technology Solutions (FIGR), and Bitdeer Technologies (BTDR). These span miners, exchanges, and platform developers amid blockchain growth and crypto risks.
Core Scientific focuses on digital asset infrastructure and mining hosting.
Pi Network Faces Major Token Unlocks Starting April 9
Pi Network will unlock around 239 million PI tokens over the next 30 days, with 18.28 million on April 9 alone, per Piscan data. This represents 4% of locked supply, averaging 8 million daily amid price stabilization at $0.17-$0.18 after a 90% correction.
Market absorption of supply may pressure prices.
FUTR and EQIBank Announce AI-Native Banking Joint Venture
FUTR and EQIBank plan an AI banking venture targeting 1 million active users, funded accounts, and digital payments across 100+ countries. The initiative leverages AI for next-generation FinTech services.
Details on launch and funding remain forthcoming.
FinCEN and OFAC Propose Rules for GENIUS Act Stablecoin Issuers
US officials proposed defining 'permitted payment stablecoin issuers' (PPSIs) as financial institutions under the Bank Secrecy Act in response to the GENIUS Act. This aims to enhance compliance for stablecoin operations.
The move supports growing stablecoin adoption.
Blockchain NZ Highlights Policy Progress and Mainstream Digital Assets
Blockchain NZ reports policy advancements, with digital assets shifting mainstream; a joint event with FinTech NZ is set for April 16, 2026. Focus includes upcoming regulatory and adoption developments.
This reflects accelerating integration.
Crypto Shifts into Corporate Finance via Blockchain Tools
Blockchain enables new corporate tools for capital raising, treasury management, and ownership structuring. Corporations are increasingly adopting these for finance efficiency.
The trend marks crypto's move from rebellion to balance sheets.
Stablecoins Drive 30% of On-Chain Volume Amid Regulatory Clarity
Over 90% of fiat-backed stablecoins are USD-pegged, comprising 30% of all crypto transactions per TRM research. Recent GENIUS Act and federal updates open opportunities for 8,500+ US banks.
Compliance infrastructure is key to adoption.
Figure Technology Solutions Powers Digital Asset Lending and Trading
Figure Technology Solutions (FIGR) uses proprietary tech for lending, trading, and investing in consumer credit and digital assets. Highlighted in blockchain stock watchlist for growth potential.
Exposure to blockchain innovation with regulatory considerations.
Pi Token Supply Spike Risks Price Pressure in Coming Weeks
Key unlocks include 22.78 million PI on April 16, following April 9's 18.28 million, totaling major supply influx. Price holds sideways post-correction, signaling supply absorption challenges.
Historical patterns show sell-offs after rallies.