Emre Yumlu 
The total market capitalization of stablecoins has approached the $300 billion mark. However, figures reported by different data platforms show notable discrepancies, underlining the ongoing challenges of accurately tracking crypto assets.
Why Do Numbers Differ Across Platforms?
According to CoinMarketCap (CMC), the total stablecoin market cap has already exceeded $300 billion, while CoinGecko reported $291 billion and DefiLlama listed it at $289 billion. These variations are the result of different methodologies applied by each provider.
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CoinMarketCap tracks around 150 stablecoins.
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CoinGecko and DefiLlama include a much broader scope, with data from roughly 300 stablecoins.
Some platforms apply volume-weighted algorithms and outlier detection to ensure reliability, while others place more emphasis on on-chain total value locked (TVL) and broader API integrations.
A Milestone, But Still Early
Stablecoins have become one of the defining narratives of 2025. Growth has accelerated particularly due to supportive regulatory moves in the United States, including the Genius Act, aimed at strengthening the dollar through stablecoin adoption.
After crossing $200 billion in late 2024, the sector has quickly climbed toward $300 billion. Still, experts stress that stablecoins have not yet achieved full mainstream adoption despite their rapid rise.
Leading Stablecoin Driving Growth
The expansion of the stablecoin market is primarily being driven by:
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Tether (USDT)
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Circle’s USDC
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Ethena Labs’ yield-bearing USDe
Market analysts forecast that the total stablecoin capitalization could reach $400 billion by the end of 2025. However, factors such as regulatory scrutiny from the European Central Bank and ongoing concerns around transparency remain significant hurdles.
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