Stablecoin market reaches record $322B, surpassing the FX reserves of 95 countries
The stablecoin market has reached a record capitalization of approximately $322.5 billion, surpassing the foreign exchange reserves of 95 countries. Tether's USDT and Circle's USDC dominate the market, accounting for the majority of the total value. The growth of stablecoins highlights a shift in how value is transferred, bypassing traditional banking systems.
- ▪The stablecoin market has surpassed the foreign exchange reserves of nations like the UK, Canada, and Mexico.
- ▪Tether's USDT holds about 58.7% of the entire stablecoin supply, with a market cap of roughly $189.4 billion.
- ▪Over 98% of stablecoin value is pegged to the US dollar, with significant reserves in US Treasuries.
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