Stablecoins - Past, Present and Future

Stablecoins - Past, Present and Future

Stablecoins — a tokenized representation of money on-chain that’s taking over traditional financial rails and underpinning crypto trades. Read about where they started and where they are going.

It looks like stablecoins are about to go mainstream

Stablecoins' market capitalization has soared from $20 billion in 2020 to $246 billion in May 2025.GettyStablecoins are nearing mainstream adoption as the US advances regulatory legislation.Stablecoins are digital currencies pegged to more traditional assets like the US dollar or gold.The market cap of stablecoins rose from $20 billion in 2020 to $246 billion in May 2025, Deutsche Bank said.Stablecoins aren't far from becoming mainstream, per De…

What Makes Stablecoins Different from Traditional Assets?

Stablecoins are becoming one of the most important tools in the world of crypto and finance. But how do they really compare to traditional assets like fiat currencies, stocks, bonds, or even gold? To answer this, we need to understand both sides of the equation: what stablecoins are and how they behave differently from the assets we’ve trusted for decades. Let’s break it down. What Are Stablecoins? Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies designed to ma…

Stablecoins seen as ideal fit for real-time collateral management - WorldNL Magazine

Cryptocurrencies and stablecoins are gaining recognition in the traditional finance (TradFi) space for their ability to streamline payments and increase efficiency in existing financial systemsIn finance, collateral management refers to the process of managing the underlying collateral securing other financial transactions, such as loans or derivatives, to mitigate credit risks and ensure smooth transactions.Digital assets like stablecoins are t…

Stablecoins seen as ideal fit for real-time collateral management

Stablecoins can make collateral management systems more transparent and efficient for all counterparts, but clearer regulatory guidelines are needed for wider institutional adoption

Web3 Industry Pushes Lawmakers as Stablecoin Divide Widens

The post Web3 Industry Pushes Lawmakers as Stablecoin Divide Widens appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. As stablecoins continue to gain traction globally, crypto industry leaders in both the United States and Canada are stepping up pressure on lawmakers to modernize regulatory frameworks. In Washington, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong joined dozens of crypto founders to advocate for the passage of the GENIUS Act, which would establish federal rule…