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Monetary Anchor

Definition

A monetary anchor is a stable reference point or asset to which the value of a currency or other financial instrument is fixed or pegged, aiming to provide stability and confidence. Historically, this has often been gold or a major reserve currency. In the digital asset space, stablecoins often utilize monetary anchors by maintaining a fixed exchange rate to a fiat currency like the US dollar. This mechanism helps to mitigate price volatility, making the digital asset suitable for transactions.