The global financial landscape is undergoing profound adjustments. A recent series of international trade frictions has exposed the fragility of the existing US dollar settlement system—when some countries invoke extraterritorial jurisdiction, it instead accelerates others to seek alternatives.



Data best illustrates the issue. In China and Venezuela's oil trade, the proportion of RMB settlements has increased to 85%. The share of settlements in multiple currencies such as euro, RMB, and ruble is rising, which is not only a trade issue but also reflects a global decline in reliance on a single reserve currency.

What does this shift mean for the cryptocurrency market? First, de-dollarization at the national level aligns closely with individual investors' pursuit of financial autonomy. The risks of the traditional fiat currency system are increasingly apparent, and the cross-border flow characteristics and decentralization features of digital assets perfectly meet the needs for diversified asset allocation.

Second, the limitations of the SWIFT system are becoming more evident. When cross-border payments face political restrictions, blockchain-based payment networks become more flexible alternatives. Whether stablecoins or mainstream cryptocurrencies, they are beginning to take on roles that the traditional financial system's metal dollar cannot support.

From a technical perspective, the maturity of multi-chain ecosystems and cross-chain protocols also provides infrastructure support for this transition. As more countries and enterprises seek different settlement pathways, the liquidity and application scenarios of the cryptocurrency market will expand accordingly. This is a long-term structural opportunity, not a short-term speculative wave.
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NFTragedyvip
· 12h ago
De-dollarization, huh? It sounds nice, but who truly benefits depends on who holds the chips. Speaking of which, the 85% RMB settlement figure is indeed outrageous. It seems like the days of SWIFT are really coming to an end. Those gambling on crypto to turn things around better think carefully—structural opportunities are not the same as opportunities to buy the dip. Multi-chain, cross-chain, stablecoins... sound appealing, but is liquidity really that good? I still find platform tokens more attractive. In essence, it's a game of great powers. As retail investors, we're just waiting to be cut, aren't we?
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rekt_but_vibingvip
· 12h ago
De-dollarization has been talked about for so many years, and now there's finally data to support it. It's quite exciting.
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NFTDreamervip
· 12h ago
85% of settlements are in RMB, and this data is indeed impressive. But speaking of which, SWIFT being sidelined is happening really fast—are the springtime of the crypto world coming? It feels like de-dollarization has already started; we need to get on board early. Stablecoins are likely to explode next, and cross-chain payments seem to be the real opportunity. The dominance of the US dollar is finally beginning to loosen—I'm a bit optimistic. This kind of structural change may not be reflected in the short term, but holding long-term is the right move. The increasing limitations of SWIFT really hit the point—if it's missing, it's missing; blockchain payments should have been widespread long ago. De-dollarization and personal financial autonomy make sense together; this logic is sound. The infrastructure for multi-chain ecosystems still isn't perfect, but the direction is right. Cross-border payments being hijacked by politics—cryptocurrency is indeed the remedy, but regulation will be a big issue. Wait, is this a long-term opportunity or a false proposition? It depends on how each country plays their regulatory hand.
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PerennialLeekvip
· 12h ago
The de-dollarization trend has indeed arrived, but we need to be vigilant about the opportunity traps behind it. Really? 85% of transactions settled in RMB? Then SWIFT, this old-fashioned system, will inevitably give way. Blockchain payments are really not just hype. This is the true test of human nature. Retail investors jumping in on the bandwagon may get cut, so it's better to stay calm and choose the right track. Will stablecoins have a better outlook than Bitcoin? It seems this wave of opportunity is being seized even more eagerly by institutions. The multi-chain ecosystem is still so competitive, but there are still too few practical use cases that can be truly utilized. Long-term structural opportunities sound good, but which chain can really support such a huge demand for cross-border payments? No clear answer. Isn't this just another wealth-creating opportunity driven by macro positive factors? Those who get in early smile, while those who come later may cry. Blockchain payments replacing SWIFT? Just thinking about it is exciting, but when regulatory authorities act decisively, it will depend on how each country responds.
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