Stablecoins Capture 83% of USD Crypto Spot Trading Volume as Fiat Pairs Fade, Kaiko Finds
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Stablecoins Capture 83% of USD Crypto Spot Trading Volume as Fiat Pairs Fade, Kaiko Finds
"Stablecoins have effectively become the operational dollar inside crypto markets, handling settlement, liquidity, and pricing across nearly every major trading pair. Fiat token pairs such as BTC/USDT and ETH/USDC offer deeper liquidity, tighter spreads, and round-the-clock access without the friction tied to traditional banking hours or settlement delays."
"In regions dealing with capital controls or limited banking infrastructure, stablecoins function as a parallel dollar rail for remittances, payroll, and everyday transactions. Volume metrics reflect that global pull, with USD-backed stablecoins processing hundreds of billions of dollars in daily spot volume."
"Tether's USDT continues to command the lion's share of trading activity, often exceeding 80% of stablecoin-driven volume, while USDC maintains a smaller but still significant footprint. Regulatory developments have played a role in reinforcing the trend."
Stablecoins have become the primary currency in crypto markets, accounting for over 80% of USD spot trading. In contrast, fiat USD pairs now represent only 16.97% of total volume on centralized exchanges. This shift reflects a move towards deeper liquidity and accessibility, especially in regions with banking limitations. Tether's USDT leads the market, capturing over 80% of stablecoin trading activity. Regulatory changes in the U.S. have further supported this trend, encouraging stablecoin usage for transactions and remittances.
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