Trump Family’s USD1 Stablecoin Launches on Aptos - Sends APT Soaring 8%

Political dynasty meets blockchain as the Trump family enters the stablecoin arena.

The New Digital Dollar

Aptos network becomes the chosen platform for the Trump family's USD1 stablecoin debut, triggering immediate market reaction. The APT token surged 8% on the announcement, proving that celebrity-backed crypto still moves markets faster than any fundamental analysis.

Market Impact Unleashed

The 8% pump demonstrates the enduring power of brand recognition in crypto markets. While traditional finance analysts scratch their heads about valuation models, the Trump stablecoin proves that in crypto, sometimes the only metric that matters is whose name is attached.

Another case of 'celebrity crypto' outperforming actual utility tokens - because nothing says financial innovation like putting a famous name on a digital dollar.

USD1 expansion

According to Aptos, USD1 will officially go live on Oct. 6 with support across major ecosystem players.

The rollout ensures immediate integration with DeFi protocols like Echelon Market and Hyperion, alongside compatibility with wallets and exchanges such as Petra, Backpack, and OKX.

USD1 maintains a 1:1 redemption ratio with the US dollar and is designed for low-cost, high-speed transactions in decentralized markets. Its arrival on Aptos makes the blockchain the fifth network to natively mint the stablecoin, adding to its presence on BNB Chain, Ethereum, Solana, and Tron.

Data from DeFiLlama shows USD1’s market capitalization at roughly $2.68 billion.

The BNB Chain dominates issuance, accounting for more than $2.13 billion—or 79%—of the supply. ethereum follows with $326.8 million, while Solana and Tron host $175 million and $53 million, respectively.

For Aptos, the integration comes at a critical moment. The network currently supports around $1 billion in stablecoin value, ranking ninth among blockchain protocols with strong stablecoin activity.

At the same time, USDC transfers on Aptos are surging, with Token Terminal reporting a 400% increase in transaction volume since Q1 2025. In Q3 alone, USDC transfers reached $25.8 billion, underscoring the demand for stablecoins on the network.

WLFI’s broader strategy

WLFI executives see the Aptos expansion as one step in a larger strategy to bolster the growth of the DeFi venture.

Speaking at Token2049 in Singapore, Zach Witkoff, WLFI’s CEO, reportedly confirmed WLFI’s broader plans extend beyond stablecoins.

According to him, the company is exploring tokenized assets and short-term bills, with USD1 positioned as the stable settlement LAYER for those products. He argued that tokenized instruments demand a stablecoin with transparency and credibility, and WLFI aims to fill that role.

This direction reflects WLFI’s increased efforts to accelerate its global footprint through innovative products. Witkoff said on X:

“We are building the foundation for cutting edge financial infrastructure built in the USA for the world.”