USDA (Anzens)
USD-backed stablecoin from Emurgo's Anzens division
What is USDA (Anzens)?
USDA is a USD-backed stablecoin issued by Anzens, the stablecoin division of Emurgo — one of the three founding entities of Cardano alongside IOG and the Cardano Foundation. USDA brings institutional-grade fiat-backed stability to the Cardano ecosystem with Emurgo's backing.
Key Features
Emurgo Backing
USDA is issued by Anzens, a division of Emurgo — one of Cardano's three founding organizations. This gives USDA strong institutional credibility within the Cardano ecosystem.
Fiat-Backed
Each USDA is backed 1:1 by US dollars held in regulated financial accounts, similar to USDC and USDM.
Cardano-Native
USDA is a native Cardano token — no bridging required. It is designed specifically for the Cardano ecosystem and its DeFi protocols.
Compliance-First
Anzens operates with a regulatory compliance framework, targeting both retail users and institutional participants who require regulated stablecoin solutions.
How to Use USDA (Anzens)
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Visit anzens.com to learn about USDA issuance and redemption
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USDA can be acquired on major Cardano DEXes once available in liquidity pools
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Hold USDA in any Cardano wallet as a stable USD-pegged asset
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Use USDA across supported Cardano DeFi protocols for lending, liquidity, or trading
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emurgo?
Emurgo is one of Cardano's three founding entities, responsible for commercial adoption and ecosystem development. Anzens is Emurgo's dedicated stablecoin and payments division.
How is USDA different from DJED?
USDA is fiat-backed — each token is redeemable for actual USD in reserve. DJED is algorithmically backed by ADA collateral. USDA offers a more direct USD peg; DJED offers full decentralization.
Is USDA available now?
Check anzens.com for the current availability and launch status of USDA on Cardano mainnet.
Is USDA audited?
As an Emurgo product, USDA is built with a compliance-first approach. Check Anzens' official documentation for reserve attestation and audit information.