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Calgary’s Tetra launches first Canadian dollar-backed stablecoin issued by financial institution

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A Calgary-based company has launched the first Canadian dollar-backed stablecoin issued by a financial institution, expanding local currency options in digital assets. The product is aimed at meeting demand for non-U.S. dollar-denominated stablecoins, a modestly positive development for Canadian fintech and crypto adoption. Market impact is likely limited in the near term but could support broader product innovation in digital payments.

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A Calgary-based company has launched the first Canadian dollar-backed stablecoin issued by a financial institution, expanding local currency options in digital assets. The product is aimed at meeting demand for non-U.S. dollar-denominated stablecoins, a modestly positive development for Canadian fintech and crypto adoption. Market impact is likely limited in the near term but could support broader product innovation in digital payments.

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