Top Seigniorage by market capitalization
Seigniorage contain 6 coins with a total market capitalization of $274.00M and an average price change of +5.10%. 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.9922 | -0.29% | +0.08% | $217.61M | $513,766.3 | 219.31M | ||||
 TerraClassicUSDUSTC | $0.005574 | +2.37% | +4.17% | $31.06M | $1.66M | 5.57B | Trade | ||
 Frax (prev. FXS)FRAX | $0.2834 | +2.11% | +1.86% | $26.52M | $264,776.63 | 93.58M | Trade | ||
| $0.0003578 | +1.95% | +4.76% | $159,587.94 | $2.16 | 446.01M | ||||
 Basis CashBAC | $0.0009886 | -0.91% | -9.64% | $53,952.73 | $0 | 54.58M | |||
| $0.005589 | +0.60% | +4.84% | $0 | $230,378.05 | 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.