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Stablecoin reserve models

Stablecoins use bank reserves, crypto collateral, algorithms or combinations.

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  1. Overview
  2. Why it matters
  3. What to check
  4. Sources

Overview

Stablecoins use bank reserves, crypto collateral, algorithms or combinations.

Why it matters

Ticker and price do not define redemption or bankruptcy rights.

What to check

Identify issuer, assets, liabilities, custody and redemption process.

Sources

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