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USD1 Stablecoin to Launch on Aptos Oct. 6 With Broad Day-One Support

The Move-based deployment targets immediate liquidity through coordinated rollouts across major Aptos apps.

Overview

  • The Aptos Foundation confirmed the Oct. 6 rollout, marking USD1’s first deployment on a Move-based blockchain.
  • Day-one access will be available through Petra Wallet, Backpack, OKX, Bitget Wallet, Gate.io, and additional supported platforms.
  • Launch integrations on Aptos DeFi will include Echelon Market, Hyperion, Thala Labs, Panora Exchange, and Tapp Exchange.
  • WLFI says USD1 is backed by US Treasuries, dollars, and other cash equivalents, and the company is planning a debit card linking crypto balances to everyday spending with Apple Pay compatibility.
  • Since March 2025, USD1 has reached roughly a $2.68 billion market cap with most supply on BNB Chain, while Aptos reports over $1 billion in stablecoins and about $720 million in tokenized real-world assets.