Circle's stock surged by 25% as interest and adoption of USDC stablecoin grow, reaching new highs after being added to Sam Altman's World Chain. In contrast, GameStop's stock plummeted 24% following its announcement to issue $2.25 billion in convertible bonds, now seen as a 'black box' by investors seeking clarity on the company's Bitcoin strategy. Meanwhile, SharpLink Gaming saw its shares drop over 70% after an SEC filing, even as it has built a $463 million Ethereum treasury, becoming the largest among public firms. Retail giants are reportedly considering launching their own stablecoins, which has drawn criticism from Senator Elizabeth Warren and consumer groups, raising concerns over regulations surrounding stablecoins and the potential influence of big tech.

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