Trump’s World Liberty Financial Eyes Stablecoin Launch Amid Regulatory Challenges
World Liberty Financial, the cryptocurrency initiative established by former President Donald Trump, is reportedly in the process of creating a stablecoin designed to function as a digital equivalent to the U.S. dollar.
Currently, the World Liberty team is prioritizing the safety and compliance of this financial product ahead of its market launch, facing a challenging landscape filled with regulatory uncertainties. Competing against well-established stablecoins like Tether’s USDT and Circle’s USDC adds to the complexity of this endeavor.
Recently, the company appointed Rich Teo, co-founder of Paxos and the driving force behind the Paxos Standard Token (PAX), to spearhead its stablecoin and payment strategies, aligning with its recently outlined objectives.
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Despite the potential rewards of successfully launching a stablecoin, World Liberty must navigate various challenges. Historical precedents, such as the collapse of Terraform Labs in 2022, underscore the risks involved, particularly regarding regulatory scrutiny.
The stablecoin market offers significant profit potential; for instance, Tether reported a remarkable profit of $5.2 billion in just the first half of 2024. To finance its projects, World Liberty has attempted to engage over 100,000 accredited investors, targeting $300 million in its initial fundraising round. However, it has only managed to secure $14 million, selling a mere 4.7% of the tokens available.
Alexander Stefanov
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