Top Seigniorage by market capitalization
Seigniorage contain 6 coins with a total market capitalization of $279.47M and an average price change of +0.44%. 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.9903 | -0.27% | -0.24% | $217.19M | $200,588.69 | 219.31M | ||||
 TerraClassicUSDUSTC | $0.005792 | +0.32% | +2.77% | $32.30M | $998,487.14 | 5.58B | Trade | ||
 Frax (prev. FXS)FRAX | $0.3097 | -0.06% | +10.22% | $28.99M | $338,341.42 | 93.62M | Trade | ||
| $0.0002539 | +0.03% | -28.78% | $113,237.5 | $1.62 | 446.01M | ||||
 Basis CashBAC | $0.0009675 | +0.83% | +0.04% | $52,798.8 | $0 | 54.58M | |||
| $0.005826 | +0.54% | +2.99% | $0 | $229,128.67 | 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.