Stable coins are cryptos meant to hold a stable value. They are generally pegged to $1 USD.

For example, Tether (USDT) and USDC are centralized cryptos whose value roughly mirrors the price of a dollar, while Dai is an attempt at a decentralized stable coin.

Some stable coins are backed by dollars like USDT and USDC, other stable coins use different mechanics to keep their peg (for example Dai is backed by crypto assets). Each stable coin is its own beast.

For exchanges that don’t deal in dollars, stable coins provide much needed liquidity and allow traders to go to a stable asset that mimics cash.

Details aside, suffice to say, in the volatile world of crypto, its nice to have some stability.

Bitfinex


Bitfinex is a leading and important cryptocurrency exchange that offers the major cryptocurrencies for trade and is a favorite spot for margin traders.

What is a Stable Coin? 


“Stable coin” is a term used in cryptocurrency to describe cryptocurrencies meant to hold stable values. For example, Tether (USDT) is a blockchain based asset meant to trade for $1 USD. It is a “price-stable cryptocurrency.”

Bittrex


Bittrex Global is a relatively popular crypto exchange. They were once also one of the more popular US-based crypto exchanges for trading altcoins. However, in 2023 Bittrex US filed for bankruptcy. 

What is Tether?


Tether (USDT) is a cryptocurrency with a value meant to mirror the value of the U.S. dollar. The idea was to create a stable cryptocurrency that can be used like digital dollars.