Crypto Market Shifts: Tether’s Decline and KuCoin’s New Payment Tool

Explore the latest in cryptocurrency as Tether's market value hits a two-year low amid new EU regulations, and KuCoin launches a groundbreaking crypto payment tool for merchants. Discover how these developments are reshaping the digital asset landscape, with insights into regulatory impacts and the future of crypto payments. Plus, delve into Morgan Stanley's potential entry into crypto trading and the legal challenges facing crypto mogul Do Kwon. Stay informed on the evolving dynamics of the crypto world and what it means for investors and enthusiasts alike.

Sources:
https://www.pymnts.com/cryptocurrency/2025/tethers-market-value-hits-2-year-low-amid-new-mica-rules/
https://www.pymnts.com/cryptocurrency/2025/kucoin-debuts-crypto-payment-acceptance-tool-merchants/
https://siliconangle.com/2025/01/02/morgan-stanleys-etrade-reportedly-considering-cryptocurrency-trading-amid-regulatory-shift/
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/ap-new-york-south-korean-manhattan-montenegro-b2672979.html

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:40) Tether’s Market Value Hits 2-Year Low Amid New MiCA Rules
(00:03:14) KuCoin Debuts Crypto Payment Acceptance Tool for Merchants
(00:05:58) Morgan Stanley's E*TRADE reportedly considering cryptocurrency trading amid regulatory shift
(00:09:14) Crypto mogul Do Kwon pleads not guilty in first US court appearance