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View ChartDai (DAI) is a decentralized stablecoin on the Ethereum blockchain that is designed to maintain a 1:1 peg with the US dollar. Unlike traditional stablecoins, which are backed by centralized dollar reserves, Dai achieves stability through collateralized crypto assets. It is generated by the Maker Protocol and managed by MakerDAO, a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) governed by MKR token holders. Launched in 2017 by Danish entrepreneur Rune Christensen, Dai offers individuals and businesses a low-volatility digital asset.
Dai's stability relies on a Collateralized Debt Position (CDP) mechanism. Users lock Ethereum (ETH) or other supported ERC-20 tokens in smart contracts as collateral to generate Dai. For instance, depositing $200 worth of ETH could enable the creation of 100 Dai, with over-collateralization (usually 150% or more) ensuring value stability. If the value of the collateral drops, the system automatically sells some of it to maintain the peg. Repaying Dai burns it, releasing the collateral. Dai's supply adjusts dynamically based on market demand, with no fixed cap.
Dai's strengths include decentralization and stability. As it is free from single-entity control, it offers transparency and trust, making it popular in decentralized finance (DeFi) for lending and payments. As a stablecoin, Dai protects users from crypto market volatility and enables risk reduction during downturns. However, over-collateralization reduces capital efficiency, and rapid drops in collateral prices can trigger liquidations, resulting in losses.
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| Feature | Dai (DAI) | Tether (USDT) | USD Coin (USDC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Crypto over-collateralised decentralized stablecoin | Fiat/Asset-backed centralised stablecoin | Fiat/Asset-backed centralised stablecoin |
| Reserves | Crypto assets (ETH, WBTC), RWA, PSM reserves | USD cash, Treasury bills, commercial paper, etc. | USD cash and short-term US Treasury bonds |
| Transparency | 24/7 publicly verifiable on-chain | Periodic third-party audit reports | Monthly reserve attestations by an independent accounting firm |
| Censorship Resistance | Decentralized governance, no single point of failure | Centralised issuer, can freeze specific addresses | Centralised issuer, compliant with regulatory freeze requests |
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