Tether

Verified
Regenerative

Tether is a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar, facilitating seamless cryptocurrency transactions by maintaining a 1:1 value ratio.

Organization
Social
Homebase
Established
2014
Team size
21-50
Last updated
Mar 12, 2025
Description

Tether is a stablecoin designed to maintain a stable value by pegging its price to the U.S. dollar. It operates on multiple blockchains,and is widely used for trading, remittances, and as a hedge against volatility.

Value Proposition

Tether provides stability in the volatile cryptocurrency market by offering a digital asset that mirrors the value of the U.S. dollar. This stability enables users to trade cryptocurrencies without the need to convert to fiat currencies, facilitates cross-border transactions, and serves as a reliable store of value within the digital economy.

Milestones
  • In March 2024, Tether's USDT was launched on Celo. This integration aimed to enhance financial inclusion by enabling fast, low-cost payments, particularly in developing regions, and expanded the use cases for stable assets on Celo, including remittances, savings, lending, and cross-border payments.

  • In 2019, Tether surpassed Bitcoin in trading volume, becoming the most traded cryptocurrency globally. This milestone highlighted Tether's essential role in providing liquidity and stability within the crypto market.

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