stablecoin

American  

[stey-buhl-koin] / ˈsteɪ bəlˌkɔɪn /

noun

1. a cryptocurrency designed to have a less volatile value than other cryptocurrencies, often accomplished by pegging its value to another asset such as a government-backed currency or gold.

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Etymology

Origin of stablecoin

First recorded in 2010–15; stable ² ( def. ) + coin ( def. )

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Ackman, with Israel, brushed aside worries around a stablecoin threat, saying crypto is growing in places where cards aren’t incumbent.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026

With stablecoin, you do a $100 test transfer, confirm it arrives in five minutes, and complete the transaction.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 7, 2026

Many stablecoin issuers also hold deposits at large banks, so the giants may even benefit from growth in stablecoin holdings as a result of such “reward” payments.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026

An exchange could, say, offer 5% cash back to stablecoin holders who sign up for a loyalty program and keep a monthly balance of at least $1.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. reported that deposits rose and loan growth was strong in the first quarter of 2026, even as stablecoin rewards already exist.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026