USD1

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USD1 is a fiat-backed stablecoin launched in April 2025 by World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a Miami-based fintech firm. It is designed to maintain a 1:1 peg with the U.S. dollar, offering seamless conversion between fiat and digital assets without transaction fees for minting or redemption. USD1 operates as an ERC-20 token on Ethereum, making it compatible with DeFi protocols and both centralized and decentralized exchanges. Key features include:- Full Regulatory Compliance: USD1 is issued and managed by BitGo Trust Company, a regulated U.S. trust, and incorporates KYC/AML protocols from inception, targeting institutional users and regulated environments. - Transparent Reserves: Each token is backed by high-quality, liquid assets like U.S. Treasury bills and money market funds, with regular independent audits and real-time on-chain reserve verification via Chainlink’s Proof of Reserves.