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The Turmoil of Stablecoins and Regulation

This chapter examines the complexities of stablecoins, contrasting fiat-backed and algorithmic types while analyzing the repercussions of the Terra collapse on regulatory scrutiny. It also explores the foundational role of stablecoins in the financial ecosystem, the implications of their failures, and the urgent need for regulatory oversight. Furthermore, it discusses the tension between the cryptocurrency community's anti-state rhetoric and the necessity of regulation amidst market volatility.

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