Coinbase Adds Trump-Linked USD1 Stablecoin to Listing Roadmap After $205M Supply Expansion

Coinbase has added World Liberty Financial USD (USD1), a stablecoin associated with former U.S. President Donald Trump’s family, to its listing roadmap, following a significant expansion of the token’s supply. World Liberty Financial recently minted $205 million worth of USD1, bringing the total supply to $2.4 billion, positioning the stablecoin as the sixth-largest in the market by market capitalization [1]. The listing announcement and supply expansion have drawn attention due to the political connections of the project and its rapid scale-up within the crypto market.

The stablecoin, which is fully backed 1:1 by U.S. dollars and U.S. Treasuries, is now available for transfers on Coinbase and Coinbase Exchange in permitted jurisdictions, though trading has yet to begin [2]. Coinbase emphasized that USD1 trading will be rolled out in phases, contingent on liquidity conditions, mirroring its approach for other high-volume assets. The exchange also warned users to ensure they send USD1 only via the Ethereum network (ERC-20 standard) to avoid losing funds [1].

Eric Trump, a prominent figure in the Trump family, amplified the listing announcement on social media, re-sharing Coinbase’s post and teasing additional updates from World Liberty Financial. This engagement from the Trump family has reinforced USD1’s visibility, particularly as the stablecoin expands its treasury and aims to grow into a globally adopted financial instrument [3].

World Liberty Financial has previously secured significant funding, including $2 billion from an Abu Dhabi-linked entity and $30 million from crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun. The USD1 stablecoin now accounts for 39% of the project’s treasury, underscoring its central role in the company’s financial strategy. The organization is also seeking to raise $1.5 billion to launch a publicly traded treasury company, a move that could further solidify USD1’s position in the market [4].

The inclusion of USD1 on Coinbase’s listing roadmap signals growing institutional and retail interest in the token and reflects Coinbase’s broader strategy to diversify its stablecoin offerings. The stablecoin’s recent use in a $1.15 billion IPO by Bullish, a digital asset custodial platform, highlights its potential for institutional adoption and broader financial integration [3].

Despite its rapid growth, the project faces heightened regulatory scrutiny, especially due to its political affiliations. However, Coinbase’s involvement may help lend credibility to the token and mitigate some concerns about its legitimacy. The market will closely monitor how USD1’s expansion affects related assets and DeFi protocols, particularly given the Trump family’s broader involvement in crypto, including Bitcoin mining and Ethereum-based strategies [4].

Sources:

[1] Blockonomi – [https://blockonomi.com/coinbase-lists-trump-linked-stablecoin-usd1-after-205m-mint-expands-supply/](https://blockonomi.com/coinbase-lists-trump-linked-stablecoin-usd1-after-205m-mint-expands-supply/)

[2] The Block – [https://www.theblock.co/post/367810/trump-backed-world-liberty-stablecoin-added-to-coinbase-roadmap-possible-listing-coming](https://www.theblock.co/post/367810/trump-backed-world-liberty-stablecoin-added-to-coinbase-roadmap-possible-listing-coming)

[3] Coinspeaker – [https://www.coinspeaker.com/world-liberty-financial-mints-205m-usd1-stablecoins/](https://www.coinspeaker.com/world-liberty-financial-mints-205m-usd1-stablecoins/)

[4] Yahoo Finance – [https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bullish-takes-1-15-billion-192021585.html](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/bullish-takes-1-15-billion-192021585.html)