Trump-Backed Stablecoin USD1 to Launch on Aptos

Introduction

October 1, 2025 — World Liberty Financial (WLFI), the Trump family-backed DeFi venture, will launch its stablecoin USD1 on the Aptos network next week. Announced by Donald Trump Jr. and CEO Zach Witkoff on Wednesday, the rollout begins October 6. It marks USD1’s first move to a Move-based blockchain, opening a new front in the race for stablecoin dominance.

Market Reaction

WLFI confirmed liquidity pools will launch on Aptos DeFi protocols such as Echelon and Thala, with wallet and exchange support included. Trump Jr. called it “a bridge to real-world financial freedom,” highlighting uses in tokenized bonds and real estate. The announcement triggered an 8% jump in APT, pushing its price to $4.56. On X, the Aptos community celebrated with memes branding the tie-up the “United States of Aptos.” Developers praised Aptos’ Move language, noting its built-in safeguards against stablecoin depegging.

Skepticism & Risks

WLFI launched in 2024 and now claims a $2.68 billion market cap for USD1. The coin is pegged 1:1 to the U.S. dollar and backed by Treasuries and cash. Yet critics question the Trump family’s involvement, with some branding the project a political stunt. Ethical concerns include family advisors in governance, raising conflict-of-interest warnings. Analysts also note ongoing regulatory scrutiny of celebrity-led crypto ventures, especially after the FTX collapse left lasting scars.

Tech & Utility

Aptos, co-founded by former Meta engineers, is a high-speed Layer 1 with sub-second finality and low fees. Its $3 billion ecosystem already supports projects in gaming, RWAs, and payments. By hosting USD1, Aptos challenges Tron’s dominance in stablecoin throughput. WLFI plans incentives such as yield boosts and airdrops to accelerate adoption. Analysts predict USD1 could capture 5–10% of Aptos’ $500M TVL within months. For the Trump brand, it’s both a crypto experiment and a political statement.

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@Aptos @DonaldJTrumpJr @ZachWitkoff @worldlibertyfi Another strong addition to the Aptos ecosystem. USD1 brings utility, stability, and trust and its great to see more projects tapping into the network’s efficiency.

"HUGE: @DonaldJTrumpJr & @ZachWitkoff announce LIVE that @worldlibertyfi's USD1 is coming to Aptos 🦅 Aptos is USD1's first Move-based integration. The list grows of those choosing the fastest, cheapest, & most efficient rails in the world. Welcome to the United States of Aptos. https://t.co/SiV8VcCDxQ"— @

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