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BIS warns stablecoins are more like ETFs than actual money, and they're creating FX risk
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has warned that stablecoins function more like exchange-traded funds (ETFs) than traditional money, raising concerns about foreign exchange risk. This classification highlights potential financial stability issues linked to their structure.
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