Top Seigniorage by market capitalization
Seigniorage contain 6 coins with a total market capitalization of $269.35M and an average price change of +4.77%. The coins are listed by market capitalization.
On the blockchain, stablecoins are created using complex mathematical formulas to guarantee price stability. Seigniorage is the profit made by a government or economy by producing currency for less than its exchange value. Essentially, seigniorage is the difference between the cost of producing money, such as a $10 bill or quarter coin, and its face value. When the seigniorage is positive, the government can expect to make a profit. However, if the seigniorage is negative, it will result in a loss for the government.
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| Name | Price | 24h (%) | 7D (%) | Market cap | 24h volume | Supply | Last 24h | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.9914 | -0.07% | +0.09% | $217.42M | $75,921.56 | 219.31M | ||||
 TerraClassicUSDUSTC | $0.004909 | +2.21% | -3.99% | $27.37M | $957,165.23 | 5.57B | Trade | ||
 Frax (prev. FXS)FRAX | $0.2596 | +2.26% | -12.56% | $24.31M | $392,931.31 | 93.63M | Trade | ||
| $0.0002537 | +0.16% | +0.13% | $113,135.07 | $1.41 | 446.01M | ||||
 Basis CashBAC | $0.0009706 | -- | +0.66% | $52,969.68 | $0 | 54.58M | |||
| $0.004921 | +1.92% | -4.70% | $0 | $208,933.73 | 0.00 |
FAQ
Which type of stablecoin uses seigniorage?
Basis Cash is a project that focuses on seigniorage-style algorithmic stablecoins. It involves three cryptocurrencies and aims to keep the price of BAC stable by controlling the supply.
What is an example of an algorithmic stablecoin?
A similar project is Ampleforth (AMPL), which utilizes an algorithm to modify the token supply in accordance with fluctuations in demand.
Which type of stablecoin uses seigniorage shares system to retain a stable price?
Non-collateralized stablecoins are those that rely on the Seigniorage Shares system's principle.