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Putting Deposits on Blockchain: Banks Meet Stablecoins
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Fusion42 · 17 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Banks are tokenizing deposits on blockchain networks to enable faster payments while maintaining regulated account structures, positioning themselves as competitors to stablecoin issuers primarily in institutional markets. The model contrasts tokenized bank deposits, which represent regulated money, with conventional stablecoins backed by reserve assets, each serving different uses and networks.
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You need to revisit your payment rail strategy as banks adopt blockchain-based tokenized deposits that compete directly with stablecoins in institutional settings. The shift to tokenized bank money opens a clearer route for regulated assets, challenging projects that rely solely on stablecoin models.
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