BNB Chain Plans Native Stablecoin to Boost On-Chain Liquidity

Published at 2025-12-17 16:30:28

BNB Chain announced on Dec. 17, 2025 that it plans to issue a native stablecoin, a strategic step the network says is intended to reduce reliance on third-party dollar tokens and deepen on-chain utility. The proposal signals an effort to capture more settlement, lending and trading volume natively on BNB Chain and to offer users a locally issued stable unit of account.

The launch could materially affect liquidity and DeFi flows on the chain, potentially increasing demand for native BNB-linked services and integrations. Key details to watch are the stablecoin’s backing model, issuance and redemption mechanics, audit and reserve transparency, and any regulatory engagement. Markets and protocol builders will look for a whitepaper, timeline and compliance measures before assessing broader adoption and impact.

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