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Treasury Secretary Bessent Highlights Stablecoins’ Role in Strengthening US Dollar Supremacy

19 June 2025
in News, Stablecoins
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source: theblock.co

source: theblock.co

Last updated on June 24th, 2025 at 11:09 am

In a recent statement, Treasury Secretary Bessent emphasized the potential of stablecoins to reinforce the dominance of the U.S. dollar in the global financial system.

He argued that stablecoins, digital assets pegged to fiat currencies like the dollar, could enhance the dollar’s reach and utility in international markets.

 

Crypto is not a threat to the dollar. In fact, stablecoins can reinforce dollar supremacy.

Digital assets are one of the most important phenomena in the world right now, yet they have been ignored by national governments for far too long.

This administration is committed to… pic.twitter.com/vWsLgYyNW7

— Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (@SecScottBessent) June 18, 2025

Bessent pointed out that stablecoins offer a new avenue for faster and more efficient cross-border payments, which could solidify the dollar’s position as the world’s primary reserve currency. By integrating stablecoins into the financial ecosystem, the U.S. can maintain its competitive edge amid the growing innovations in digital currencies worldwide.

The Treasury Secretary also emphasized the importance of regulatory clarity in fostering innovation while safeguarding financial stability. He suggested that clear guidelines would encourage responsible development of stablecoins, ensuring they complement rather than disrupt traditional monetary frameworks.

This perspective emerges at a time when central banks worldwide are exploring digital currencies, and private stablecoins are gaining momentum. Bessent’s remarks signal a strategic approach by the U.S. government to harness stablecoin technology to support dollar supremacy rather than cede ground to foreign digital currencies.

Market data indicate that major stablecoins, such as USDC and USDT, remain closely pegged to the dollar, reflecting their role as reliable digital cash substitutes in the cryptocurrency economy. The growing adoption of these assets underscores their potential impact on the future of money and payments.

As the stablecoin landscape evolves, Bessent’s call for balanced regulation aims to strike a harmony between innovation and oversight, positioning the U.S. dollar to thrive in the digital age.

Notably, in a move that could reshape digital payments in retail, Walmart and Amazon are exploring the development of their own U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins, indicating a growing institutional acceptance of digital assets as U.S. regulations become more established. While neither company has confirmed this initiative, launching brand-specific stablecoins could significantly redirect cash flow from traditional banking partners.

 

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