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USD1 Soars to $5 Billion, Boosted by Binance Partnership

2/10/2026

Summary

Story summary

World Liberty Financial, a crypto start-up linked to the Trump family, says USD1 reached $5 billion in circulation, with Eric Trump, a member of the Trump family, celebrating.
The firm attributes much of USD1's growth to a partnership with Binance, the leading crypto exchange, whose platform holds about 85% of USD1 coins and operates mainly outside the U.S.
Jonathan Reiter of ChainArgos says Binance remains USD1's main trading venue, underscoring its central role in the token's market.

History

Historical Context

Founded in 2017 by Changpeng Zhao, Binance quickly became the largest cryptocurrency exchange, processing over $1 billion in daily trades. Its rapid rise coincided with regulatory scrutiny, including a $4.3 billion fine in 2023 for violating U.S. anti-money laundering laws. The partnership with World Liberty Financial reflects ongoing challenges and potential shifts in cryptocurrency regulation in the U.S. and globally.

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Story summary

World Liberty Financial, a crypto start-up linked to the Trump family, says USD1 reached $5 billion in circulation, with Eric Trump, a member of the Trump family, celebrating.
The firm attributes much of USD1's growth to a partnership with Binance, the leading crypto exchange, whose platform holds about 85% of USD1 coins and operates mainly outside the U.S.
Jonathan Reiter of ChainArgos says Binance remains USD1's main trading venue, underscoring its central role in the token's market.

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