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USDe circulating supply has shrunk by 70% since the October bull market peak, when it topped $14 billion.
Ethena's USDe stablecoin sees circulating supply collapse 70% from its $14B peak since October, signaling a demand crisis, as StablecoinX prepares for a Nasdaq debut through a TLGY merger on Friday, betting on the ecosystem's recovery.
The article reports USDe circulating supply fell 70% from its $14 billion October peak, indicating a sharp contraction in demand for Ethena's stablecoin. This decline coincides with StablecoinX's Nasdaq debut, which bets on ecosystem growth but the supply drop raises concerns over USDe's sustainability.
The article cites the 70% drop from the October bull market high, implying that demand for Ethena's stablecoin peaked with the broader crypto rally and has since retraced as market conditions cooled.
While USDe aims to maintain a dollar peg, a sharp supply contraction could signal declining confidence in the Ethena ecosystem, potentially leading to increased volatility or de-pegging risks if demand continues to wane.
The Nasdaq listing of StablecoinX, which is tied to Ethena, could bring institutional inflows and renewed visibility to the ecosystem, potentially reversing the supply downtrend if it boosts confidence in USDe.
USDe circulating supply has shrunk by 70% since the October bull market peak, when it topped $14 billion.
The article does not specify a direct cause, but the decline from the October bull market peak likely stems from reduced demand for yield-bearing stablecoins, profit-taking, or a broader crypto market cooldown.
StablecoinX is a company merging with TLGY to debut on Nasdaq, betting on the Ethena ecosystem, which issues the USDe stablecoin. The listing signals confidence in Ethena's growth despite the supply decline.
The listing could bring increased visibility and capital to the Ethena ecosystem, potentially supporting development and ushering in more institutional participation, even as USDe supply falls.