Bitgo to Launch USDS Stablecoin in January 2025

Bitgo plans to launch its new stablecoin, USDS, in January 2025, offering a unique model that rewards liquidity providers. The announcement was made by Bitgo CEO Mike Belshe during an interview with Coindesk at the Token2049 event in Singapore. The stablecoin will be backed by U.S. Treasury bills, overnight repos, and cash, aiming to create … Read more

Defi Giant Makerdao Rebrands as Sky, Introduces USDS Stablecoin and SKY Token

The decentralized finance (defi) lending platform Makerdao is embracing a new identity, rebranding as Sky, according to co-founder Rune Christensen. Along with the fresh name, the platform will introduce two new assets: a stablecoin dubbed USDS and a governance token named SKY, both slated for a mid-September launch. Sky Unveils USDS and SKY Tokens Amid … Read more