Frontier Stable Token Goes Live
On Tuesday, the Wyoming Stable Token Commission announced the mainnet launch of the Frontier Stable Token (FRNT), making the state the first in the U.S. to bring a government-issued stablecoin to life. The digital currency is fully backed by short-term U.S. Treasury bills and U.S. dollars, with a statutory 102% reserve requirement to ensure stability.
Although the token has gone live on seven blockchains—Ethereum, Solana, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Polygon, Optimism, and Base—it is not yet available to the public.
Announced at Wyoming Blockchain Symposium
The launch of FRNT will be formally highlighted at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, an annual event co-hosted by the SALT finance network and crypto exchange Kraken.
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon celebrated the milestone, stating:
The Commission also revealed that FRNT has been developed in collaboration with LayerZero, a blockchain interoperability protocol that ensures cross-chain transfers. Initial availability is expected to begin with purchases on the Solana blockchain via Wyoming-based Kraken in the coming days.
Source: Stabletoken.wyo.gov
FRNT Integrated with Visa
Perhaps the most striking feature of FRNT is its integration with Visa’s global payments network. According to an announcement from Ava Labs, the stablecoin will be spendable anywhere Visa is accepted, whether through Apple Pay, Google Pay, or physical cards.
Anthony Apollo, Executive Director of the Wyoming Stable Token Commission, emphasized the broader implications:
Wyoming just launched FRNT—the first US state-issued, dollar-pegged stablecoin—and made it spendable from day one via a Rain-issued card.
— Rain (@raincards) August 19, 2025
The promise is huge:
✅ Instant tax refunds that are instantly spendable
✅ Streamlined social benefits that are easy to spend
✅ Automated… pic.twitter.com/DY7lqBxFjS
Wyoming just launched FRNT—the first US state-issued, dollar-pegged stablecoin—and made it spendable from day one via a Rain-issued card.
— Rain (@raincards) August 19, 2025
The promise is huge:
✅ Instant tax refunds that are instantly spendable
✅ Streamlined social benefits that are easy to spend
✅ Automated… pic.twitter.com/DY7lqBxFjS
Apollo added that Wyoming’s leadership sets a model for other U.S. states:
Rebranded from Wyoming Stable Token
Interestingly, FRNT has already gone through multiple names during its development. A spokesperson from Ava Labs confirmed that FRNT is the same project previously referred to as Wyoming Stable Token (WYST) and Wyoming Electronic Stable Token (WEST).
The decision to finalize the branding as Frontier Stable Token underscores Wyoming’s identity as the “frontier state” of digital asset legislation. Since 2016, Wyoming has passed more than 45 blockchain-related laws, carving out a reputation as the most crypto-friendly jurisdiction in the United States.
A National First with Global Implications
While regulatory hurdles still need to be cleared before the token becomes publicly available, Wyoming’s move has significant implications for the future of state-backed stablecoins in the U.S.. Unlike privately issued stablecoins, FRNT carries state authorization and legal oversight, making it one of the most secure and transparent government-linked digital assets in circulation.
If successful, FRNT could serve as a blueprint for other states seeking to modernize payment systems, reduce transaction costs, and bring public finance into the blockchain era. From instant vendor payments to on-chain tax refunds, the potential applications extend far beyond tourism or retail. As Wyoming takes this bold step, the question remains whether other U.S. states—or even the federal government—will follow suit.
