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Tether's Bold Move: 400M Users & Visions of a Stablecoin Multiverse!
Austin Hodge
March 28, 2025
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In a financial world evolving at breakneck speed, Tether’s journey is a fascinating example of how digital currencies are reshaping our global economy. With 400 million users now backing the world’s largest stablecoin, USDT, the company appears a steadfast giant in an industry that’s both disruptive and exhilarating. While many in the financial sphere remain hesitant, Tether's CEO, Paolo Ardoino, envisions a “stablecoin multiverse” as the next chapter for digital currencies, hinting at a future where every major player might just have a stablecoin up their sleeve.
Let’s dive in!
Tether sees 400 million users globally, with plans for a domestic US stablecoin amidst regulatory changes and investments in media and agriculture, while a Big Four audit aims to boost transparency. — Read More
The market cap of tokenized gold soared to $1.4 billion with trading volumes hitting yearly highs, while stablecoins broke records with $231 billion market cap. — Read More
The STABLE Act sets structured guidelines for stablecoin issuers, pushing for transparency and consumer protection. — Read More
CPIC Investment Management has introduced a $100M tokenized money market fund leveraging blockchain on HashKey Chain. — Read More
BlackRock's Global Allocation Fund has boosted its holdings in the iShares Bitcoin Trust by 91%, reaching 821,664 shares valued at $47 million. — Read More
Stablecoins and on-chain liquidity offer efficient solutions to the existing sluggish payment systems, reducing transaction delays and costs significantly. — Read More
Coinbase Institutional has released its MPC cryptography library to enhance industry-wide crypto security. — Read More
The EU's new proposal demands insurers maintain capital reserves equal to their entire cryptocurrency holdings, far stricter than for traditional assets. — Read More
Sei Foundation is exploring the acquisition of bankrupt genomics firm 23andMe to safeguard genetic privacy for 15 million Americans using blockchain technology. — Read More
Most European banks underestimate crypto demand, risking falling behind as some lead the charge in digital assets. — Read More
Wirex Travel introduces crypto payments and booking rewards for travelers. — Read More
Tether invests €10M in Be Water, marking its strategic media expansion beyond crypto. — Read More
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