MetaMask, a well-established digital asset wallet focused on the Ethereum (ETH) ecosystem, has announced the launch of its stablecoin. The MetaMask USD (mUSD) is a stablecoin backed by the U.S. dollar, initially issued on the Ethereum network and an EVM layer two (L2) scaling solution Linea (LINEA).
The MetaMask USD will be compatible with MetaMask’s services and spendable with the MetaMask Card. The MetaMask team unveiled the mUSD stablecoin to enhance liquidity within its ecosystem, in addition to Linea-based incentives.
According to the announcement, the mUSD will offer users low-cost fiat on-ramps in MetaMask. The MetaMask team worked closely with the M0 Protocol and Bridge.xyz to facilitate the development of the mUSD.
Market Picture
According to market data from MetaMask’s site, the mUSD had a market cap of about $20.3 million and a total traded volume of around $32.35 million at the time of this writing.
The mUSD is well-positioned to grow exponentially in the coming months fueled by the vast user base at MetaMask and the favorable regula