Tag: Stablecoins

Stablecoins Need to Achieve Cross-Chain Compatibility

May 26, 2020 Crypto
TheMerkle USDX Stablecoin
In the cryptocurrency space, there are a lot of different opinions on stablecoins. Vitalik Buterin sees some merit in these assets, although they may not find their core niche in their current state. The stablecoins currently on the market seem to struggle quite a bit. Stablecoins Need to Keep Evolving Only Tether’s USDT is effectively growing by leaps and bounds. All of its competitors, on the other hand, are not …
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Various Stablecoins Make Inroads in the Shadow Side of Commerce

January 23, 2020 Crypto
TheMerkle_US Dollar Bullish
Stablecoins have become a staple in the world of crypto assets. Beyond being exchanges on trading platforms, however, their adoption has seemingly remained fairly limited. However, some smaller merchants see merit in these currencies pegged to the US Dollar. Stablecoins Fuel Off-the-books Trading Lanes Primarily importers and exporters of goods across Asia and Europe see merit in USDT and USDC. This is based on information provided by payment process and …
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Can the 2020 Stablecoins Finally Bring Competition to Tether?

January 20, 2020 Crypto
TheMerkle Ethereum Tether USDT EURT
In the cryptocurrency world, there is no shortage of stablecoin action. Despite numerous competitors launching, Tether continues to dominate this landscape with ease. Despite the uphill battle, several new products will come to market throughout 2020.  More Stablecoins Attempt to Dethrone Tether The question is whether they can be more successful than those stablecoins launching in 2019. With the likes of USD Coin taking another stab, Binance’s own BUSD, and …
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Top 7 Cryptocurrency Lending Platforms in 2019

May 19, 2019 Featured
TheMerkle Genesis Capital Bitcoin Lending
Most cryptocurrency users are not in this industry for the technology, but rather to make money. Achieving that last part may prove somewhat challenging, especially if one doesn’t like to trade cryptocurrencies back and forth. Cryptocurrency lending platforms have always been rather interesting to keep an eye on in this regard. The following platforms all provide this service, albeit it is advised users conduct their own research first and foremost. …
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