Barclays Bank makes its first investment in a stablecoin clearing platform, traditional financial institutions accelerate their deployment of Web3 infrastructure

NonFungibleDegen · 2026-01-07T10:28:16+00:00

Barclays Bank's first investment in the U.S. stablecoin clearing platform Ubyx indicates traditional finance's recognition and interest in stablecoins. This move reflects the necessity of digital asset infrastructure and the potential for more institutional collaborations in the future.

NonFungibleDegen

2026-01-07 10:28:16

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【Blockchain Rhythm】The gates of traditional finance are slowly opening. On January 7th, the UK-based investment bank Barclays announced its first investment in Ubyx, a US stablecoin clearing platform, although the investment amount has not been disclosed.

The logic behind this move is quite clear. Ryan Hayward, Head of Digital Assets and Strategic Investments at Barclays, explained: “As the token, blockchain, and digital wallet ecosystems continue to mature, professional technical infrastructure becomes increasingly critical. Such technology not only provides connectivity support but also helps regulated traditional financial institutions and the Web3 world achieve truly seamless interaction.” This investment is a concrete step for Barclays to explore opportunities in new digital assets like stablecoins.

To some extent, this reflects traditional financial institutions’ recognition of the value of stablecoins — no longer just watching from the sidelines, but investing real money. As a clearing platform, Ubyx plays a foundational role in connecting traditional finance with the crypto ecosystem, and Barclays’ involvement may signal more institutional collaborations to come.

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BridgeJumper

· 26m ago

Wow, Barclays finally can't sit still and has really entered the scene Wait, the amount is not disclosed for now? What's this trick... When it comes to stablecoins, traditional finance is really interested Does this mean Web3 and Tradfi are really going to merge? Basically, big institutions are just bottom-fishing infrastructure.

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NFTRegretful

· 01-07 10:58

Barclays is really making a move this time, major institutions are starting to play with stablecoins Is traditional finance finally catching up with Web3? Better late than never Pouring money in shows that something big is really happening I haven't heard of the Ubyx platform before, I need to do some research Stablecoins and liquidation... this strategy is becoming more and more mature Investing real money shows what? It shows the opportunity to make money has arrived They really dare to invest, but I'm just worried about throwing money into the water and getting nothing back The entry of major institutions is often a trend indicator; we need to keep up with the pace

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GateUser-3824aa38

· 01-07 10:56

Barclays has finally entered the market. It seems traditional finance really can't hold on anymore. Really? Is the clearing platform so popular? Wait, the investment amounts haven't been disclosed? They must be very cautious. Stablecoin infrastructure is indeed a necessity, but it still depends on whether Ubyx can withstand regulatory scrutiny. Even established investment banks are starting to downsize, indicating that this matter is really gaining momentum. It feels like this is the real breakthrough, much more reliable than those verbal promises. The idea of seamless interaction sounds good, but I wonder how it actually works in practice. Gambling is the most genuine, more effective than press releases. Now the SEC must be having a hard time sleeping.

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SatoshiSherpa

· 01-07 10:38

Barclays is really starting to get involved, no longer hiding like before Traditional finance has finally realized it—either join or die The infrastructure for stablecoins is the real game-changer Bank's investment in Ubyx is quite significant, indicating that the clearing layer is truly valued Speaking of which, the fact that investment amounts are not disclosed is quite amusing—either it's too small to mention or they're brewing a big move Now the wall between Web3 and traditional finance is really coming down I haven't heard much about the Ubyx platform before, but it seems to have a big vision now It feels like traditional financial institutions will accelerate their on-chain presence in 2024 The clearing platform is the hub, and that logic makes sense Another "risk asset" is about to become standard for institutions Even a giant like Barclays is investing, it feels like the ecosystem is gradually taking shape

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just_another_wallet

· 01-07 10:38

Barclays is really not pretending this time, directly pouring money in Traditional finance finally recognizes stablecoins... now it's secure Another big institution endorsement, it feels like the next step is for more banks to follow suit Clearing platforms are indeed a necessity, it was about time someone did it well Honestly, it's still driven by利益, as soon as they see the money, they act quickly... true The infrastructure needs to be regulated, it feels like the entire ecosystem is upgrading Barclays investing in Ubyx, there will probably be a domino effect later on Wait, will this affect the existing stablecoin landscape... How much did they actually invest? They’re being so secretive

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StrawberryIce

· 01-07 10:33

Barclays has really started to get involved. The old cautious approach is finally being put aside. Traditional finance is no longer pretending; they are directly pouring money into stablecoin infrastructure. What does this mean? It shows they are truly afraid of being eliminated. Ubyx's kind of clearing platform has long been overdue for popularity. Connecting two worlds is a bridge everyone needs. Not disclosing investment amounts but still wanting to show off? This tactic is quite interesting. This is probably the beginning of gradual recognition. Such news will only increase in the future. I can't believe Barclays has entered the scene. How much longer can the traditional finance camp hold on? Seamless interaction just sounds so comfortable. It was about time to do it this way. The clearing platform sector has caught the attention of traditional finance. Web3 infrastructure is indeed becoming more valuable. Barclays' move here is worth much more than empty PR talk.

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