Stablecoins Will Be The Ultimate Solution For A De-Dollarized World

Key Points:

• Stablecoins solve “de-dollarization” concerns and benefit the U.S. economy.
• Reliable regulatory framework is necessary for stablecoins to succeed and re-dollarize the global economy.

According to a WSJ Opinion article, stablecoins could help the U.S. dollar maintain its role as the world’s reserve currency. But regulation is needed for them to be reliable and safe for users.

Stablecoins are a hot topic in the world of cryptocurrency and for good reason. As the world’s reserve currency, the U.S. dollar has been losing ground in recent years, with countries exploring other options for trade settlement and reserves. This has led to concerns about “de-dollarization” and the potential damage to the U.S. economy. However, stablecoins offer a potential solution.

Stablecoins are blockchain-based assets that are backed by bank deposits and Treasury securities. They are designed to maintain a stable price, often at $1, and are often compared to digital versions of prepaid cards. They offer a way for citizens of high-inflation countries to save their wages in a relatively stable dollar form without relying on local banks or dealing with local currency volatility.

In addition to being an efficient means of electronic payments, stablecoins could also bolster the postwar arrangement in which the dollar’s dominance helped foster global trade and reduce global poverty.

They can communicate U.S. monetary policy directly to people living in other countries, potentially increasing demand for dollars independent of their governments’ political decisions. This could be an important tool of American soft power in a world where the dollar’s role is in question.

However, for stablecoins to succeed, Congress needs to implement a sound and stable regulatory framework. The McHenry bill, which would establish federal and state oversight for stablecoin issuers, impose qualifications for reserve assets, and implement rules on redemptions and public disclosure, is a good place to start.

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