USD₮ Surpasses Previous Market Cap High of $83.2bn

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By Adedapo Adesanya

Tether, the company operating the blockchain-enabled platform tether.to that powers the first and most widely used stablecoin, USD₮, has surpassed its previous all-time market cap high of $83.2 billion set in May 2022.

Since its creation in October 2014, Tether’s USD₮ stablecoin has become the most traded cryptocurrency, surpassing all rival offerings together.

Tether combines the benefits of digital currency, such as instant global transactions, with the stability of the traditional currency. With a commitment to transparency and compliance, Tether provides a fast and low-cost way to transact with money.

Speaking on the new feat, Mr Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Tether, in a statement shared with Business Post on Thursday, said, “Today’s numbers demonstrate that people want access to financial freedom, and when given that access, they will use it.

“Tether tokens offer a safe harbour for the unbanked and allow people in emerging markets to keep their buying power, even when their national currency is being devalued. Between our battle-tested resilience in the face of market volatility and our industry-leading transparency practices, Tether has proven that it can be trusted, and customers are responding in kind.

“We are eager to continue maintaining our laser focus on emerging markets and will not waiver in our efforts to expand access to financial freedom globally.”

Tether also said it had solidified its position as the preeminent stablecoin and pioneer for financial freedom and innovation.

Tether’s recent attestation demonstrates its commitment to transparency and highlights its work in emerging markets as a safe haven from volatile markets.

Tether’s Q1 performance saw it report a net profit of $1.48 billion, significantly bolstering its reserves. With approximately 85 per cent of its investments in cash, cash equivalents, and other short-term deposits, along with a 20 per cent increase in token supply quarter over quarter and ~2.5 billion in excess reserves (on top of the 100 per cent minimum reserves), Tether has unquestionably established itself as a trustworthy entity with a highly optimistic year ahead.

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