Top Seigniorage by market capitalization
Seigniorage contain 6 coins with a total market capitalization of $274.76M and an average price change of -0.65%. 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.9946 | +0.22% | +0.32% | $218.12M | $425,294.83 | 219.31M | ||||
 TerraClassicUSDUSTC | $0.005579 | +5.90% | +9.73% | $31.09M | $1.29M | 5.57B | Trade | ||
 Frax (prev. FXS)FRAX | $0.2773 | +5.16% | +0.13% | $25.96M | $351,895 | 93.62M | Trade | ||
| $0.0002538 | -23.80% | +0.28% | $113,207.22 | $1.51 | 446.01M | ||||
 Basis CashBAC | $0.0009977 | -0.79% | -11.47% | $54,448.75 | $0 | 54.58M | |||
| $0.005548 | +5.12% | +8.94% | $0 | $241,825.97 | 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.