North Dakota Launches ‘Roughrider’ Stablecoin with Fiserv, Pioneering State-Level Digital Currency

North Dakota is set to launch its first stablecoin, the ‘Roughrider Coin,’ in 2026, a groundbreaking initiative backed by US dollars. This partnership with Fiserv marks a significant step forward for state-level digital currency adoption and will integrate blockchain technology into traditional finance. Governor Kelly Armstrong emphasized the project’s focus on enhancing financial efficiency within North Dakota through smoother money transfers.