Yield-Bearing Stablecoins Generate Over $250M in Passive Income in 2025
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 01 2026- Passive Income Surge: Over the past year, stablecoin vaults generated more than $250 million in passive income, reflecting strong market demand for yield and prompting investors to shift from high-risk altcoins to yield vaults.
- Market Expansion: By 2025, yield-bearing stablecoins expanded their influence across 110 chains and 495 DeFi applications, indicating their growing significance in the crypto market and attracting more investor participation.
- Ecosystem Resilience: Despite market fluctuations, assets like sUSDS and Ethena's USDE have demonstrated resilience through both bull and bear markets, proving the stability and appeal of the yield-bearing stablecoin ecosystem.
- Future Outlook: By 2026, stablecoins are expected to become part of the banking tech stack, and with the implementation of the GENIUS Act, the market's anticipation for new stablecoins will further drive industry growth.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
