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The post It’s time for institutional stablecoin adoption appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Homepage > News > Business > It’s time for institutional stablecoin adoption What was initially promised to be a ‘crypto’ revolution has settled into something starkly different, though just as disruptive: a stablecoin revolution. Yes, as world leaders pump their own memecoins and legislatures pass measures which specify exactly how much BTC a bank can keep on its balance sheet, the winner has been the assets that are most divorced from the volatile, number-go-up circus of ‘crypto’ markets, yet manage to deliver the practical benefits of digital currency. In other words, the world is beginning to prioritize utility over volatility. The numbers bear this out. The total market capitalization of stablecoins is now over $300 billion. The third-largest coin on the market, after behemoth first movers BTC and ETH, is Tether (USDT), a stablecoin with a market cap of $183 billion. When you look at which coins are actually being used, stablecoin dominance becomes even clearer. In any given 24-hour period, USDT dominates transaction volumes. At the time of writing, $126.7 billion in USDT transactions had been made. BTC and ETH come in as distant seconds and thirds ($74 billion and $37.6 billion, respectively), while another stablecoin, Circle’s (NASDAQ: CRCL) USDC, pulls in at fourth (with a 24-hour transaction volume of almost $12 billion). Not surprisingly, Tether accounts for a substantial 59.6% of the market cap. However, as stablecoins have taken up an increasingly large share of the digital asset conversation, this trend has also shifted: the figure peaked at 75% in September and has since declined. Its share of the pie is being eaten by swathes of new offerings. There are alternate USD-pegged assets—which make up the entirety of the top ten stablecoins—but also alternate currency pegs such as Circle’s EURC or any number of Renmibi-linked assets. Put simply:…

The post Tokyo Fashion Brand Expands Into Bitcoin and AI appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. On Wednesday, Japanese casual apparel retailer Mac House announced that shareholders approved a name change to Gyet Co., Ltd., signaling a strategic shift into crypto and digital assets. The move highlights a broader corporate plan centered on cryptocurrency, blockchain, and artificial intelligence. It reflects the company’s ambition to launch a global Bitcoin treasury program, drawing attention from both domestic and international observers. “Yet” and Its Global Significance Gyet’s amended corporate charter introduces wide-ranging digital initiatives, adding cryptocurrency acquisition, trading, management, and payment services. The new objectives also cover crypto mining, staking, lending, and yield farming, as well as blockchain system development, NFT-related projects, and research in generative AI and data center operations. These changes indicate a clear intent to diversify beyond apparel and position the company within global technology and finance sectors. Sponsored Sponsored The rebranding reflects Gyet’s aim to operate with a broader international outlook. Its new name conveys three concepts: “Growth Yet,” “Global Yet,” and “Generation Yet,” signaling a desire to create technology-driven value for future generations while expanding beyond Japan’s domestic market. Bitcoin Purchasing and Mining Gyet declared its digital asset ambitions in June 2025 and in July signed a basic cooperation agreement with mining firm Zerofield. The company has since begun a $11.6 million Bitcoin acquisition program and is testing mining operations in US states such as Texas and Georgia, where electricity costs are relatively low. Its goal of holding more than 1,000 BTC is modest globally, but the model—funding purchases and mining with retail cash flow—remains unusual for an apparel business. Within Japan, Gyet follows companies such as Hotta Marusho and Kitabo, which have also diversified into cryptocurrency activities distinct from their original operations. This move may accelerate corporate Bitcoin holdings as a financial strategy, attract interest in overseas mining ventures by Japanese firms, and…

The post LAKE Launches Its Water Shop appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. LAKE, a disruptive Real World Asset (RWA) company aiming to disrupt the trillion-dollar global water economy, has officially launched the LAKE Water Shop, now live within its growing RWA blockchain-based ecosystem. Built on LAKE’s pioneering “Spring to Consumer” (S2C) model, this Water Shop is a user-friendly Web3 water marketplace deployed on the Polygon blockchain. It allows EU-based $LAK3 holders to purchase premium spring water directly from verified sources, with delivery managed entirely by LAKE. This launch reinforces LAKE’s mission to broaden and decentralize access to this vital resource, creating new borderless distribution channels.  This unique model is transforming the way we’ve interacted with water — replacing traditional intermediaries with blockchain-powered transparency and direct access, where LAKE sets the new standard: just like sourcing produce straight from a farm, you get pure, high-quality spring water directly from the source — no middlemen. Powered by the LAK3 token — the company’s token launched in January — the Water Shop provides a solid utility for the token. LAK3 acts as a true cryptocurrency and is the sole means of payment accepted on the platform. LAK3 serves as the universal cryptocurrency for water and is the only asset specifically designed to unlock real-world access and opportunities in the profitable and growing water market. The LAKE Water Shop is more than a marketplace — it’s a technological achievement. The platform integrates blockchain technology with real-world logistics, syncing in real time with LAKE’s partnered water sources, storage facilities, and delivery systems.  “This is a major proof-of-concept for LAKE and the entire RWA space. The Water Shop represents the culmination of years of hard work and innovation” said Jean-Hugues Gavarini, CEO and Co-founder of LAKE. “We’re not just talking about utility — we’re delivering it, literally. European LAK3 holders can now turn their digital assets into real…