This marks the first time a stablecoin has been deliberately structured for US federal oversight from inception, rather than being forced into compliance later. The involvement of a federally chartered bank in direct stablecoin issuance creates a unprecedented hybrid between traditional banking and digital currency - exactly the type of centralized control system needed for a unified digital monetary system.
US Digital Dollar Milestone: Anchorage Bank Issues USDtb Stablecoin
📰 What Happened
Anchorage Digital has launched America's first regulated stablecoin issuance platform, partnering with Ethena Labs to bring USDtb stablecoin onshore into the US financial system. The stablecoin will be issued through Anchorage's federally chartered crypto bank, making it the first to comply with the new GENIUS Act regulations. CEO Nathan McCauley positions this as a turnkey solution for institutions seeking compliant digital dollars within the US regulatory framework.
📖 Prophetic Significance
The establishment of federally-controlled digital currency infrastructure in the world's largest economy represents a critical geographic shift. While previous digital currency initiatives emerged from private sector or international sources, this US-based, federally regulated platform through Anchorage Digital Bank creates the framework for government-controlled digital transactions. This aligns with Daniel 7:23's description of a kingdom that will 'devour the whole earth' through unified economic control. The GENIUS Act's implementation in America provides the regulatory blueprint that other nations will likely follow.