Stablecoin infrastructure firm Trace Finance raises $32 million Series A, says valuation grew 10x from seed — 2026-06-17

Impact Vector: Crypto Infrastructure · Jun 17, 2026 · 2m

## Short Segments In a significant legislative move, the US Senate and House have reached an agreement on a housing bill that includes a ban on central bank digital currencies, or CBDCs, through 2030. This decision comes as part of a broader effort to address housing supply and costs, with the bill expected to pass both chambers soon. The inclusion of a CBDC ban reflects ongoing concerns about digital currency regulation and its potential impact on the financial system. For developers and financial institutions, this means a continued focus on private digital currencies and stablecoins, as…