Is PayPal USD (pyusd) Dead?
PayPal USD is ALIVE. ZARQ Vitality Score: 59.0/100 (B). Crash probability: 18%. Rating: NR. Last analyzed March 2026.
Moderate ecosystem health. Stable but not exceptional.
Vitality Analysis
PayPal USD has a vitality score of 59.0/100, grade B. Activity metrics show moderate levels. The project is functional but growth has stalled.
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value | Signal |
|---|---|---|
| Distance-to-Default (NDD) | 3.94 | Healthy |
| Crash Probability (30d) | 18% | Elevated |
| Structural Weakness | 0 | None |
| Risk Level | SAFE | |
| Alert Level | WATCH | |
| 90d Drawdown | -0.0% | |
| Price (USD) | $0.999982 |
What Does "Dead" Mean for Crypto?
A cryptocurrency is considered "dead" when it shows no meaningful development activity, trading volume has collapsed, the community has disbanded, and the project shows no signs of recovery. ZARQ's Vitality Score measures this across multiple dimensions: on-chain activity, developer commits, social engagement, exchange listings, and liquidity depth.
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