How can USDC be depegged from its underlying asset?

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• Kate HarkleroadApr 20, 2024 · 2 years ago
  One method to depeg USDC from its underlying asset is through a governance vote. The community can vote to change the peg or decouple USDC from its underlying asset. This process requires consensus among the stakeholders and can be a lengthy and complex process. However, it provides a decentralized approach to depegging USDC.
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• PsrAug 21, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Another way to depeg USDC is through a market-driven process. If the market demand for USDC decreases, its value may naturally deviate from its underlying asset. This can happen due to various factors such as changes in market sentiment or the emergence of alternative stablecoins. In such cases, the peg can be indirectly depegged without any deliberate action.
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• DimASSJun 19, 2025 · 4 months ago
  BYDFi, a digital currency exchange, offers a unique approach to depegging USDC. Through its innovative algorithm, BYDFi automatically adjusts the peg of USDC based on market conditions. This ensures that USDC remains stable and less prone to being depegged from its underlying asset. However, it's important to note that this approach is specific to BYDFi and may not be applicable to other exchanges or stablecoins.
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