In a significant development at the intersection of decentralized finance and global connectivity, Spacecoin (SPACE) has announced a strategic token swap partnership with World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a network backed by former U.S. President Donald Trump. The partnership, officially announced on January 15, 2025, aims to bridge DeFi services with satellite internet infrastructure to address financial inclusion in remote regions.
The core of the collaboration involves integrating WLFI's native USD1 stablecoin as the primary payment and settlement instrument on the Spacecoin network. This integration, following months of technical development, is designed to provide a stable, low-volatility medium for transactions conducted via satellite connections. The token swap mechanism will enable interoperability between the two ecosystems, facilitated by cross-chain bridges and multi-signature verification protocols for security.
Spacecoin is a Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN) project building a decentralized, satellite-based internet system, positioning itself as a lower-cost alternative to centralized providers like Starlink. It aims to serve approximately 3 billion people in underserved regions, with a claimed target price of $1 to $2 per month. The project launched its first satellite (CTC-0) in December 2024 and completed the first blockchain transaction routed through space in October 2025.
The partnership gains further significance with the imminent token generation event (TGE) for SPACE. Binance Alpha has been confirmed as the first platform to feature the SPACE token, with trading set to commence on January 23, 2026. The token will be initially paired with WLFI's USD1 stablecoin, reinforcing the strategic link between the projects.
WLFI co-founder Zak Folkman emphasized the partnership's focus on real-world utility and execution, stating USD1 is intended to support payment activity "in environments where traditional financial rails may be limited." Spacecoin founder Tae Oh highlighted the necessity of integrating their satellite infrastructure with a financial system to enable transactions and DeFi access.
The announcement comes amid broader political developments, with former President Donald Trump discussing the crypto market structure bill, the CLARITY Act, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, though its passage in the U.S. Senate has been delayed until March.
