What changed

MetaMask’s October 8, 2026 guide separates several stablecoin risks, including loss of peg, reserves, smart contracts and redemption. It also explains that some centralized stablecoins contain freezing or blacklisting functionality. The exact powers depend on the token’s contract and issuer.

Why it matters

A wallet can remain accessible while a token inside it becomes restricted or trades below its intended value. This is different from someone stealing the recovery phrase. Self-custody changes who controls the keys, but does not remove the obligations and technical controls behind the asset.

Before you act

Identify the issuer, exact token contract and network; distinguish native from bridged tokens. Read current reserve reports and redemption terms. Do not assume that all dollar-linked tokens work alike, or that holding one in a hardware wallet creates bank-deposit protection. This article is an explanation, not a recommendation to buy or sell.

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