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Stablecoin

A crypto asset designed to track a reference value through reserves, collateral, redemption, or incentives.

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Definition

A stablecoin targets a reference value, often one unit of a fiat currency, using a mechanism such as issuer reserves and redemption or onchain collateral.

Simple example

If direct redemption and liquid markets work, buying below the target and redeeming can help move the price back toward it.

Often confused with

The target is not a guarantee. Market price, redemption access, reserves, and contract risk can diverge.

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