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Ethena

Founded 2023 · CEO: Guy Young · DAO · ↗ Website

Ethena is a decentralized finance protocol known for its stablecoin, USDe, which maintains a $1 peg through delta-neutral hedging.

Products

USDe active $5.8B
USDe
Crypto Backed

USDe is a synthetic stablecoin by Ethena, maintaining a 1:1 peg with the U.S. dollar using a delta-neutral derivatives strategy.

sUSDe active $3.4B
Staked USDe
Crypto Backed

Staked USDe (sUSDe) is a yield-bearing stablecoin by Ethena, offering returns from staking rewards and funding rates.


Overview

Ethena is a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol that operates without a centralized headquarters or traditional executive roles. It is known for its stablecoin, USDe, which is designed to maintain its $1 peg through delta-neutral hedging using crypto spot and perpetual markets.

Regulatory Status

In October 2025, Ethena transitioned USDtb to Anchorage Digital, making it the first stablecoin issued under U.S. federal oversight and in compliance with the GENIUS Act.

Key Products

Ethena's main stablecoin products include USDe, a synthetic dollar, and USDtb, backed by BlackRock's BUIDL tokenized Treasury fund.