### What is Pax Dollar?

Pax Dollar (USDP) is a fiat-collateralised stablecoin pegged to the US Dollar, issued by Paxos Trust Company, a regulated financial institution. It combines the trust and stability of fiat currency with the utility and immediacy of digital assets.

### How does Pax Dollar work?

Pax Dollar operates on the Ethereum blockchain as an ERC-20 token, leveraging smart contracts for secure and transparent transactions. It's 1:1 backed by US Dollars held in reserve, ensuring the number of tokens in circulation mirrors these reserves. The token's issuance and redemption processes are automated through Ethereum smart contracts, providing security and reducing manual errors. 

### What are the potential use cases for Pax Dollar?

Pax Dollar can be used in various scenarios including:
- **Trading and Investing:** Offers stability in volatile markets and can be traded on exchanges.
- **Purchasing Goods and Services:** Enables payments without traditional intermediaries.
- **Sending Money:** Allows for fast and secure international transfers.
- **Hedging Against Volatility:** Acts as a stable asset to avoid cryptocurrency price fluctuations.

### What is the history of Pax Dollar?

Pax Dollar was launched in September 2018 as Paxos Standard (PAX) and rebranded to Pax Dollar (USDP) in August 2021. It was developed by Paxos, which was the first company to receive a charter from the New York State Department of Financial Services for virtual currency activities. Since its launch, it has established partnerships with financial institutions and maintained robust regulatory compliance to ensure security and trustworthiness.

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