According to Fed Governor Christopher Waller, dollar-pegged stablecoins could strengthen the currency's global relevance, potentially influencing monetary policy amid differing economic conditions.
On December 17, Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller reiterated that stablecoins pegged to the U.S. dollar could increase global demand for the currency. He emphasized that their growing use in payments and digital finance may bolster the dollar’s international role. Waller suggested that in cases of significant divergence in economic conditions, the Federal Reserve might resort to blunt policy tools to address emerging challenges.