Cardano (ADA) has reached a significant milestone with the introduction of USDM, a stablecoin backed by fiat currency. The Mehen token (USDM) serves as a digital store of value, issued by Mehen Finance, with a 1:1 conversion rate to USD. As a native token on the Cardano blockchain , USDM can be transferred without the need for additional smart contracts. Mehen announced on X that institutional customers will commence the onboarding process, expected to take one to two days, indicating that USDM will gradually integrate into the blockchain during the week starting March 18th. This development marks a pivotal moment for Cardano as it expands its ecosystem, attracting more users and developers. Introducing USDM USDM is distinguished as the first stablecoin of its kind on Cardano, in contrast to algorithmic or synthetic tokens like iUSD and DJED. Notably, USDM is fully backed by USD at a 1:1 ratio. Users deposit dollars into their Mehen account, which shall be held within separate accounts for token holders. Following the completion of transactions, users can mint an equivalent amount of USDM cryptocurrency tokens. Consequently, the stablecoin market on Cardano has seen significant growth, with a 37% increase quarter-over-quarter and a remarkable 673% year-over-year surge, further fueled by the introduction of the USDM stablecoin. Promoting Hydra Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson recently responded to concerns regarding the Hydra protocol on X, dismissing what he termed as FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt). Hoskinson affirmed the continued progress of the project, emphasizing the heightened productivity and motivation of the team as well as their commitment to see things through. Charles went out of his way to reassure Cardano enthusiasts and ADA holders while simultaneously underscoring that Hydra is in fact advancing with robust community engagement and substantial protocol enhancements, and that the best is yet to come.
