What is a stablecoin?
A stablecoin is a crypto token designed to hold a steady value, usually one US dollar. The main designs are fiat-backed (like USDT), crypto-collateralised, and algorithmic — and they fail in very different ways.
Stablecoins exist so that you can use a blockchain without riding its volatility. How well that works depends entirely on what is holding the value up.
Three designs
| Type | How it holds value | What breaks it |
|---|---|---|
| Fiat-backed (USDT, USDC) | Reserves held by an issuer | Reserve quality; redemption capacity |
| Crypto-collateralised | Over-collateralised on-chain | Sharp collateral drawdowns |
| Algorithmic | Supply mechanics, no full backing | Confidence — historically the most fragile |
Why they matter in India
A stablecoin gives dollar-denominated value that settles in seconds and does not need a foreign bank account. That is the entire reason USDT dominates Indian crypto volume. It does not, however, make your rupee value constant — why.
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Trade USDTFrequently asked questions
Are stablecoins safe?
Fiat-backed stablecoins from large issuers generally hold their peg, but they carry issuer and reserve risk. Algorithmic designs have failed outright in the past.
Which stablecoin is most used in India?
USDT, by a wide margin — it has the deepest liquidity against the rupee.
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