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a16z Says “Stablecoins” May Not Stand The Test Of Time

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Sohrab Khawas

Research from Andreessen Horowitz crypto suggests the term “stablecoin” could lose relevance as the space matures. What began as a tool to reduce volatility is now standard, with stability no longer the key differentiator. These assets are rapidly becoming essential financial rails, powering instant global payments, real-time settlement, and direct ownership. The bigger shift is toward programmable money, where value moves like software, likely leading to new terms such as digital dollars or on-chain currencies.

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Sohrab Khawas

Sohrab is a passionate cryptocurrency news writer with over five years of experience covering the industry. He keeps a keen interest in blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize finance. Whether he's trading or writing, Sohrab always keeps his finger on the pulse of the crypto world, using his expertise to deliver informative and engaging articles that educate and inspire. When he's not analyzing the markets, Sohrab indulges in his hobbies of graphic design, minimal design or listening to his favorite hip-hop tunes.

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