THIS is the stablecoin power angle that nobody is talking about
Dollar-backed stablecoins are increasingly serving as a tool for the U.S. to extend its monetary influence abroad without physically moving dollars overseas, according to a Rabobank report. When foreign entities demand dollar stablecoins, U.S. issuers convert this demand into Treasury bill purchases, helping fund U.S. deficits at lower rates while digital tokens circulate internationally. This mechanism allows dollars to remain within the U.S. financial system while still facilitating global trade.
Non-USD stablecoins are also gaining traction, with their supply surging 260% over the past year to a combined market cap of $1.55 billion, though they remain small compared to dollar-pegged alternatives.
A key application driving adoption is crypto-backed payment cards, which have grown into an $18 billion market. Monthly transaction volumes have increased from $100 million in early 2023 to over $1.5 billion, growing at an annual rate exceeding 100%. These cards operate on top of traditional networks like Visa and Mastercard, using stablecoins to settle transactions in the background while maintaining a familiar user experience.
In summary, dollar-backed stablecoins are expanding U.S. monetary power digitally without exporting physical dollars, while crypto payment infrastructure accelerates their real-world use.
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