{"id":126099,"date":"2025-03-30T15:16:25","date_gmt":"2025-03-30T15:16:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cryptospotters.net\/?p=126099"},"modified":"2025-03-30T15:16:25","modified_gmt":"2025-03-30T15:16:25","slug":"stablecoins-are-powering-deobanks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/cryptospotters.net\/?p=126099","title":{"rendered":"Stablecoins are powering deobanks"},"content":{"rendered":"

Source: Cointelegraph.com NewsOpinion by: Maksym Sakharov, co-founder and group CEO of WeFi\u00a0
\nThe current markets are experiencing tailwinds as a result of the tariffs imposed by the US administration and retaliatory measures from trading partners. So far, however, market proponents say that Trump\u2019s tariffs are primarily a negotiation strategy, and their effect on businesses and consumers will remain manageable.
\nMarket uncertainty drives institutional interest\u00a0
\nAdding to the uncertainty are the inflationary pressures that could challenge the US Federal Reserve\u2019s rate-cutting outlook. Besides that, an impending fiscal debate in Washington over the federal budget is also causing jitters in the market.\u00a0
\nResolving the debt ceiling remains a pressing issue, as the Treasury currently relies upon \u201cextraordinary measures\u201d to meet US financial obligations. The exact timeline for when these measures will be exhausted is unclear, but analysts anticipate they may run out after the first quarter.\u00a0
\nWhile the administration has proposed eliminating the debt ceiling, this could face resistance from fiscal conservatives in Congress. According to a recent report, one sector experiencing steady growth is stablecoins despite this macroeconomic uncertainty. Much of the volume is driven by flows in Tether\u2019s USDt (USDT) and USDC (USDC).\u00a0
\nDollar-pegged stablecoins dominate the market\u00a0
\nStablecoins started as an experiment \u2014 a programmable digital currency that would make it easier for users to enter the crypto market and trade different digital assets. A decade later, they are a critical part of the broader digital financial infrastructure.
\nThe stablecoin market cap currently stands at a record $226 billion and continues to expand. Demand in emerging markets drives this growth. A recent ARK Invest report states that dollar-pegged stablecoins dominate the market. They account for over 98% of the stablecoin supply, with gold- and euro-backed stablecoins only sharing a small portion of the market.
\nIn addition to this, Tether\u2019s USDt accounts for over 60% of the total market. ARK\u2019s research suggests that the market will expand and include Asian currency-backed stablecoins.
\nRecent: US will use stablecoins to ensure dollar hegemony \u2014 Scott Bessent
\nBesides that, digital assets are going through a shift marked by \u201cstablecoinization\u201d and \u201cdollarization.\u201d Asian nations like China and Japan have offloaded record amounts of US Treasurys. Saudi Arabia has ended its 45-year petrodollar agreement, and BRICS nations are increasingly bypassing the SWIFT network to reduce reliance on the US dollar.\u00a0
\nBitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) were traditionally the primary entry points into the digital asset ecosystem. Stablecoins have, however, taken the lead over the past two years, now representing 35%\u201350% of onchain transaction volumes.
\nDespite global regulatory headwinds, emerging markets have been adopting stablecoins. In Brazil, 90% of crypto transactions are undertaken via stablecoins, primarily used for international purchases.
\nA Visa report ranks Nigeria, India, Indonesia, Turkey and Brazil as the most active stablecoin markets, and Argentina ranks second in stablecoin holdings. Additionally, six out of every 10 purchases in the country were made using stablecoins pegged to the dollar, with near parity between USDC and USDT.
\nThis shift toward stablecoins in Argentina is driven by high inflation and the need to protect against the devaluation of the Argentine peso. People in countries with unstable currencies turn to stablecoins, like USDT, to safeguard their wealth.\u00a0
\nDeobanks and their role in high-risk areas
\nStablecoins have paved the way for a new generation of financial services. For example, stablecoins have provided the foundation for decentralized onchain banks, or deobanks, that embrace stablecoins as their native currency.
\nDeobanks make digital banking and financial services accessible to everyone, even people who do not meet strict account opening criteria. They also attract people who do not trust traditional institutions with their money. Users keep complete control of their funds through non-custodial accounts and enjoy real-time transaction transparency.
\nDeobanks\u2019 decentralized nature replaces intermediaries with smart contracts that connect personal wallets directly to digital bank accounts. This approach cuts costs and speeds up transactions. Onchain data transparently preserves every transaction detail. The result is a financial model that is both efficient and inclusive.\u00a0
\nWhat lies ahead
\nAnalysts predict the stablecoin market cap will surpass $400 billion in 2025. Deobanks bring a new edge to this growth, using stablecoins to drive economic growth and expand digital payment networks. They open fresh avenues for cross-border commerce and new opportunities for financial inclusion.\u00a0In the next few years, the combined rise of stablecoins and next-generation onchain banks will transform how money moves across borders and transactions are processed. The blockchain integration at the back end and stablecoin foundation will promote lower fees, faster payments and broader access to financial services. The trend represents a shift away from outdated systems and signals a more resilient financial ecosystem.
\nOpinion by: Maksym Sakharov, co-founder and group CEO of WeFi\u00a0.
\nThis article is for general information purposes and is not intended to be and should not be taken as legal or investment advice. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed here are the author\u2019s alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph.Read More<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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