- Tether is launching its $140 billion USDT stablecoin on the Bitcoin and Lightning Networks, aiming to expand its role in the Bitcoin-based financial ecosystem.
- The integration, enabled by Lightning Labs' Taproot Assets protocol, allows USDT issuance on Bitcoin’s base layer and transactions on Lightning Network, offering faster and cheaper payments.
- Tether's move marks a shift for stablecoins, which have primarily thrived on smart contract platforms like Ethereum, Tron, and Solana.
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
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