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USD1: WLFI's Asset-Backed Stablecoin for Institutional Use

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

a day ago


With the announcement of its new stablecoin USD1, WLFI aims to transform the stablecoin market with a focus on stability and institutional adoption.

WLFI’s Ambitious Plan

WLFI, a pioneering DeFi protocol, has unveiled its plan to launch USD1—a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar at a 1:1 ratio. The coin will be fully backed by U.S. government securities and dollar deposits, making it a more stable alternative. Initially, USD1 will be minted on Ethereum and BNB Chain, with future expansion to other blockchains.

Backed by Trusted Reserves

Unlike many other algorithmic stablecoins, USD1 will be 100% backed by real-world assets such as short-term treasuries and dollar deposits. The reserves will be custodied by BitGo, a leading provider of digital asset security. USD1 aims to offer institutional investors a stable and secure option for cross-border transactions.

USD1 provides what algorithmic and anonymous crypto projects cannot—access to the power of DeFi underpinned by the credibility and safeguards of the most respected names in traditional finance.Zach Witkoff

WLFI’s Vision for DeFi

The launch of USD1 is just one aspect of WLFI’s broader vision, which includes creating a blockchain marketplace for borrowing and lending cryptocurrencies. Partnerships with projects like Aave and Chainlink indicate WLFI’s commitment to advancing the DeFi sector. Financial products aimed at improving liquidity and expanding stablecoin use within DeFi are being developed.

WLFI’s USD1 stands out in the crowded stablecoin market due to its strong backing by real assets and ties to traditional financial institutions.

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