$321.7 billion stablecoin economy

Original author：华尔街透视

Original source：https://www.youtube.com/embed/YpSQyjgDA20

This video provides a detailed analysis of how the stablecoin economy, which has reached a scale of US$321.7 billion by May 2026, will transform from a speculative tool to a core pillar of the global financial infrastructure. It is pointed out that with the implementation of regulatory frameworks such as the GENIUS Act in the United States, the market has been driven by the stored value function of Tether (USDT) and the high-frequency institutional settlement of USD Coin (USDC). The application scenarios of stablecoins are undergoing structural changes, extending from traditional cryptocurrency transactions to corporate cash flow management, cross-border B2B settlement, and automated commerce driven by AI agents. By comparing the liquidity distribution of different blockchain networks, the report emphasizes the decisive role of low-cost, high-speed second-layer networks (such as Base and Solana) in improving financial efficiency. Ultimately, the author believes that stablecoins not only enhance the hegemony of the US dollar in the global digital field, but also completely reshape the basic rules of value flow through deep integration with traditional payment systems.