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Once the concept proved successful, other stable coins emerged, each aiming to serve different needs while maintaining the core promise of stability. Although they all strive to stay at around $1, their differences—dictated by their backing, regulation, and operational mechanisms—are crucial for understanding why such a variety exists.
What Backs Stable Coins?
The primary factor distinguishing different stable coins is what backs them. Broadly, they fall into three categories: