Ukraine has appointed the main regulator of the crypto market. Tether is abandoning its “gold” stablecoin. Payoneer will be sold by 2027. Revolut is entering the UAE market
Ukraine has designated the main regulator of the crypto market
The National Securities and Stock Market Commission (NSSMC) will become the primary regulator of virtual assets in Ukraine. This was announced by the agency’s head, Oleksiy Semenyuk, during the Incrypted Conference 2026.
According to him, the distribution of powers will align with the European model MiCA. The National Bank will oversee e-money tokens, while the NSSMC will be responsible for supervising other types of virtual assets.
A bill intended to establish the legal framework for the country’s crypto industry is being prepared for its second reading. The final version is expected to be finalized by August 2026.
The new rules are intended not only to regulate the activities of crypto companies but also to open up opportunities for the issuance of tokenized assets (digital equivalents of securities).
The full implementation of the new legislation and all related regulatory mechanisms is not expected until 2027 at the earliest.
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Tether is winding down the issuance of the “gold” aUSDT stablecoin
Tether has decided to shut down the Alloy by Tether platform and cease issuance of the aUSDT token. This stablecoin was pegged to gold via the Tether Gold (XAUt) crypto asset and allowed users to obtain digital dollars without selling the gold collateral.
aUSDT holders have been given three months to close their positions and withdraw their collateral in XAUt. After September 17, 2026, it will no longer be possible to redeem the collateral through the platform.
Alloy was launched in June 2024. Its unique feature was that every aUSDT issued was backed by gold with a reserve — the value of the collateral always exceeded the value of the issued tokens.
Tether attributed the project’s closure to low user interest. The company will now focus on developing Tether Gold and its other core products.
At the time of the shutdown announcement, aUSDT’s market capitalization stood at approximately $1.2 million. Approximately 14.7 kg of gold, valued at about $2.2 million, was used to back the token. By comparison, Tether Gold’s market capitalization currently stands at $3 billion, and its reserves exceed 22 metric tons of physical gold.
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Payoneer to be sold for $2.75 billion: Canadian fintech firm Nuvei is acquiring the company
Canadian fintech company Nuvei has announced the acquisition of the international payment system Payoneer. The parties have already signed a definitive agreement for the transaction, which is valued at approximately $2.75 billion. Nuvei will acquire all outstanding shares of Payoneer for $7.40 per share in cash.
Upon completion of the transaction, the companies will combine their payment services and infrastructure. This will allow Payoneer’s capabilities in international payments, multi-currency accounts, and cross-border transfers to be integrated with Nuvei’s payment acceptance solutions. The companies also plan to develop payment solutions using stablecoins.
The deal is expected to close in mid-2027. Following the merger, the new entity will be able to serve over 2.4 million customers worldwide.
Payoneer is one of the largest platforms for international payments and partners with marketplaces such as Amazon, eBay, and Etsy. Nuvei, in turn, operates in over 190 countries and supports 720+ payment methods.
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Revolut receives a license and enters the UAE market
The British neobank Revolut has announced the launch of its operations in the United Arab Emirates. The UAE Central Bank has granted the company a license to provide retail payment services and electronic money storage services.
In the initial phase, Revolut will focus on developing its technological infrastructure and creating local capabilities for customers. In the future, users in the UAE will be able to manage multiple currencies, make transfers, and pay for purchases via the mobile app.
The launch in the UAE is part of a broader growth strategy in the Middle East and North Africa. In addition to the Emirates, Revolut is exploring opportunities to operate in Morocco and Turkey.
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Capitalist has launched Steam Wallet top-ups and game payments through its platform
The Capitalist payment system has announced an expansion of the list of services available to users. Now, the platform’s customers can top up their Steam Wallet balance, purchase games, and pay for subscriptions directly through their accounts.
The company noted that users can use their existing balance and Capitalist payment cards to make payments. This eliminates the need for additional payment methods, regional restrictions, and workarounds that gamers often use to purchase digital content.
Capitalist emphasized that the service is already available to all customers. To use this new feature, log in to your account, select “Top Up Steam Wallet,” and complete the transaction as usual.
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