bitUSD, bitEUR, bitCNY, bitSilver, bitGBP, bitCAD... On the Bitshares platform these pegged cryptos are commonly referred to as "Smartcoins", or MPA's (Market-Pegged Assets). There are quite a few of them to choose from, and as more liquidity comes into them they can be used for larger and larger stores of value, or for buying stuff when needed.

Anyway, just thought I'd throw a few more terms in there. Thanx for everything you're doing for the crypto world Heidi! :)