WisdomTree Launches USDW Stablecoin as US Regulatory Clarity Emerges

Asset manager WisdomTree has introduced its WUSD stablecoin—soon rebranding as USDW—amid a favorable US regulatory environment for digital assets. The launch follows the GENIUS Act, which establishes federal oversight for payment stablecoins and reserve requirements.

"Stablecoins are fast becoming the internet-native dollar," said Will Peck, WisdomTree's Head of Digital Assets. The Stellar-based USDW currently operates within WisdomTree Prime, the firm's NYDFS-regulated platform, facilitating transactions between tokenized funds including money market products and securities.

WisdomTree is expanding infrastructure to support USDW adoption, including interoperability bridges with major stablecoins like USDC and PYUSD. The MOVE signals institutional confidence in blockchain-based dollar instruments as regulatory frameworks mature.