USD1 is a fiat-backed stablecoin launched in April 2025 by World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a fintech firm co-founded by members of the Trump family. Backed 1:1 by U.S. dollar reserves and managed by BitGo, USD1 aims to provide institutional-grade transparency, multi-chain availability, and frictionless on-chain value transfer. Within weeks of launch, USD1 surged to a $2+ billion market cap, positioning itself as a major player among global stablecoins. This article dives into its structure, performance, exchange listings, and role in crypto finance.
5/30/2025, 3:38:20 PM