FASB’s August 2026 proposal says some stablecoins can count as cash equivalents if they meet three strict conditions. Here is what those conditions mean for companies holding USDC, plus the new disclosure rule and the timeline.
Category: Stablecoin Payments
Stablecoin Payment Fees vs Credit Card: Stripe, Shopify, PayPal
Stablecoin checkout can cost less than cards, but the savings depend on the platform. Here is what Stripe, Shopify and PayPal have published, with worked examples and the trade-offs merchants accept in return.
GENIUS Act Effective Date: Jan 18, 2027 and What the OCC Rule Changes
The GENIUS Act takes effect on January 18, 2027, and the OCC’s final rule from October 21, 2026 does not change that date. Here is what the rule guarantees stablecoin holders, which parts are still unfinished, and what merchants accepting USDC should check.