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Tether’s USDT hits record $120B market cap, flashing ‘Uptober’ signal
20.10.2024
The $120 billion USDT market cap could spill into Bitcoin and Ether, ending their seven-month downtrend and saving the “Uptober” narrative
Crypto Biz: Onchain lending ramps up, driven by institutional activity
18.10.2024
Institutional demand is driving a significant increase in onchain loans across DeFi protocols
US lagging behind in global stablecoin adoption — Chainalysis
17.10.2024
Growing demand for US dollar-backed stablecoins and regulatory uncertainty in the US are the key reasons for stablecoins thriving in other jurisdictions
From Bitcoin to Tether: How Trump’s Campaign Quietly Raked in Millions in Crypto
16.10.2024
Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign has seen a notable influx of cryptocurrency donations. A political action committee (PAC) supporting Trump pulled in $7.5 million during the third quarter, underscoring a growing interest from the crypto community. Trump Campaign Receives $7.5...
Tether mulls lending to commodity traders: Report
14.10.2024
The USDT issuer needs ways to deploy billions of dollars in profits, and commodity traders could benefit from expanded credit
Stablecoin Liquidity Surges, JPMorgan Predicts Q4 Gains, and More — Week in Review
13.10.2024
In September 2024, stablecoin liquidity hit record highs. Meanwhile, JPMorgan analysts predicted further Bitcoin gains, citing October’s historical “Uptober” trend. The FBI made headlines by charging 18 individuals involved in crypto fraud after setting up a fake crypto...
Crypto Biz: Tether’s 10 years with meteoric growth, ties to US, European hurdles
11.10.2024
Tether has achieved its first 10 years with a considerable jump in its user base, a closer relationship with US authorities and fresh regulatory challenges in Europe.
USDT Faces Downward Pressure as Investors Pivot to Stocks in China
10.10.2024
USDT, the largest stablecoin in the crypto market, has marginally lost its peg to the U.S. dollar, trading at less than $1 since September 30. Analysts believe this is a byproduct of large outflows from China as crypto investors turn to the national stock market to participate in the bull...
Is Tether’s USDT stablecoin ‘noncompliant’ with EU’s MiCA regulations?
10.10.2024
The European Securities and Markets Authority declined to disclose whether USDt is “noncompliant” but said it is working on solutions to issues in the framework
Argentina overtakes Brazil in crypto inflows — Chainalysis
10.10.2024
Argentina’s stablecoin market is one of the largest in the world in terms of share of stablecoin transactions, beating the global average by 17%
Argentina overtakes Brazil in crypto inflows — Chainalysis
10.10.2024
Argentina’s stablecoin market is one of the largest in the world in terms of share of stablecoin transactions, beating the global average by 17%
Cryptoquant: Stablecoin Liquidity Surges to Record Highs as Ripple Introduces RLUSD
8.10.2024
Stablecoin liquidity reached unprecedented levels in September 2024, boosting overall cryptocurrency market activity. Meanwhile, Ripple made a notable entrance into the stablecoin space with its newly launched RLUSD, expanding its influence in the financial landscape. Stablecoin Boom Fuels Crypto...
Tether user base hits 350M in 2024 following 24% surge
7.10.2024
The news comes amid the company’s 10-year anniversary celebration
UN report highlights cybercrime surge in Southeast Asia, Telegram's role
7.10.2024
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime continues its series on organized crime in Southeast Asia and focuses on Telegram this time.
US Targets Lazarus Group and APT38 in $879M Crypto Forfeiture Complaint
6.10.2024
Offshore Alert reporter David Marchant disclosed the United States has initiated two forfeiture complaints related to previously confiscated bitcoin (BTC) and tether (USDT), alleging that these funds were snatched by the notorious North Korean hacking groups Lazarus Group and Advanced Persistent...
Tether teases USDT documentary on 10th anniversary
6.10.2024
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino said in an X post that the company will continue to bring financial inclusion to people who are “left behind.”
Coinbase to Delist USDT in Europe Amid New EU Regulations
6.10.2024
Coinbase has announced plans to delist Tether’s USDT and other stablecoins that do not comply with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations by December 30, 2024. This decision is part of Coinbase’s efforts to adhere to the new rules, which require...
New York Man Pleads Guilty in Crypto-Fueled $25M Money Laundering Case
5.10.2024
The U.S. Attorney’s Office and the FBI announced on Friday that Yanbing Chen, a 30-year-old from Brooklyn, N.Y., pleaded guilty to his involvement in an international money laundering and drug trafficking conspiracy. The organization, led by Jin Hua Zhang of Staten Island, laundered over...
US Government Seeks Forfeiture of 200,000 USDT Tied to Bitcoin Theft in Ohio
5.10.2024
The U.S. government is taking legal action to seize 200,000 tether (USDT), worth $200,000, linked to a major cryptocurrency fraud. The funds, converted from stolen bitcoin, could soon be returned to the Ohio victim after a forfeiture trial. Investigators used blockchain technology to track...
Tether is ‘best friend’ of US, says CEO Paolo Ardoino
4.10.2024
While focusing on developing countries, Tether is doing its best to maintain a good relationship with the United States, Paolo Ardoino told Cointelegraph