Top Seigniorage by market capitalization
Seigniorage contain 6 coins with a total market capitalization of $361.59M and an average price change of +1.74%. 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 | -0.00% | -0.00% | $273.82M | $2.34M | 275.98M | ||||
 Frax (prev. FXS)FRAX | $0.6078 | -1.36% | -5.19% | $57.76M | $1.96M | 95.04M | Trade | ||
 TerraClassicUSDUSTC | $0.005220 | +3.98% | +7.62% | $29.13M | $1.30M | 5.58B | Trade | ||
| $0.0002536 | +0.18% | +0.16% | $113,127.2 | $1.39 | 446.01M | ||||
 Basis CashBAC | $0.001921 | -0.24% | +1.23% | $104,849.91 | $9,022.61 | 54.58M | |||
| $0.005125 | +3.83% | +7.99% | $0 | $328,200.09 | 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.