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The dollar that is not in the bank: seven uses of stablecoins and the risks of having it
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The dollar that is not in the bank: seven uses of stablecoins and the risks of having it

In Argentina, over 94% of cryptocurrency transactions involve stablecoins, digital currencies pegged to the U.S. dollar, according to a study by a16z crypto based on data from Artemis. This makes Argentina the global leader in stablecoin usage compared to countries like Mexico and Brazil. Despite reduced inflation and eased restrictions on buying dollars through banks, Argentinians continue using stablecoins extensively, suggesting their integration into daily life. Stablecoins offer advantages such as 24/7 availability, international transferability, and self-custody options. The article outlines seven common uses of stablecoins, starting with immediate liquidity access.

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The dollar that is not in the bank: seven uses of stablecoins and the risks of having it

In Argentina, over 94% of cryptocurrency transactions involve stablecoins, digital currencies pegged to the U.S. dollar, according to a study by a16z crypto based on data from Artemis. This makes Argentina the global leader in stablecoin usage compared to countries like Mexico and Brazil. Despite reduced inflation and eased restrictions on buying dollars through banks, Argentinians continue using stablecoins extensively, suggesting their integration into daily life. Stablecoins offer advantages such as 24/7 availability, international transferability, and self-custody options. The article outlines seven common uses of stablecoins, starting with immediate liquidity access.

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