$USDC BigTechStablecoin Facebook, Google, Amazon, etc.) entering or influencing the **stablecoin** market. Here’s a breakdown of key points:

### **1. What is a Stablecoin?**

A stablecoin is a **cryptocurrency pegged to a stable asset** (e.g., USD, gold, or other fiat currencies). Examples include:

- **Tether (USDT)**

- **USD Coin (USDC)**

- **Dai (DAI)** (decentralized stablecoin