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ForkLog 48 13.09.2024

Tether Faces Criticism Over Lack of Reserve Audit, Drawing Comparisons to FTX

The consumer advocacy group Consumers’ Research has released a report accusing Tether of lacking transparency regarding its US dollar reserves. The group claims that the issuer of USDT, despite numerous promises, has yet to conduct a full independent audit of the stablecoin’s backing. The report draws parallels with the situation that led to the collapse […]

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ForkLog 27 10.09.2024

Tether, TRON, and TRM Labs Form Alliance to Combat Illicit USDT Activities

Tether, TRON, and TRM Labs have established the T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU) to tackle financial crimes. The focus will be on preventing illegal use of USDT on the TRON blockchain. The TRON blockchain accounts for 60.78 billion tokens out of 118.37 billion in circulation, representing a 51.34% share, according to the stablecoin issuer’s […]

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ForkLog 8 10.09.2024

Analysts Observe Influx of USDT to Bitcoin Exchanges

Since August, the volume of USDT on cryptocurrency exchanges has been rapidly increasing. Given that from March to July, the dynamics showed no significant fluctuations amid turbulence, this is a notable change, according to CryptoQuant. “The growth of stablecoin balances on CEX is perceived as an increase in long potential, which will positively affect the […]

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ForkLog 45 26.08.2024

Stablecoin Market Capitalization Reaches Record $168 Billion

The combined market capitalization of stablecoins has reached a new all-time high of $168 billion, marking an 11-month streak of growth. And just like that, we’re at a new all-time high. Total stablecoin market cap, excluding algorithmic stables, is now at the highest point ever, surpassing its previous high from early 2022. New money is […]

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ForkLog 25 25.08.2024

Tether Aids Law Enforcement in Recovering $108 Million in USDT Since 2014

Tether has assisted 145 law enforcement agencies across 40 jurisdictions in recovering over $108.8 million in USDT since its inception in 2014. This was reported in the stablecoin issuer’s blog. “Tether’s proactive approach to assisting law enforcement underscores its commitment to transparency and accountability in the crypto industry,” the company stated. According to the announcement, […]

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ForkLog 14 23.08.2024

Tether Abandons Plans for Proprietary Blockchain Amid Market Saturation

Tether Holdings, the issuer of USDT, considered launching its own blockchain but ultimately abandoned the idea due to market saturation, according to Bloomberg. The company’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, stated that the decision was influenced by the basic economic principle of supply and demand equilibrium. “We are very knowledgeable about technology. In the future, blockchain will […]

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ForkLog 26 21.08.2024

Tether to Launch UAE Dirham-Pegged Stablecoin

Tether has announced plans to develop a stablecoin pegged to the United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED). Tether to Develop UAE Dirham-Pegged Stablecoin Read more:https://t.co/dkiDAI0y15 — Tether (@Tether_to) August 21, 2024 The launch of the asset is planned in partnership with the local technology conglomerate Phoenix Group, supported by Green Acorn Investments. According to the statement, […]

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ForkLog 27 19.08.2024

Tether Announces USDT Launch on Aptos Network

Tether has announced plans to soon support the Aptos Network blockchain for the launch of its stablecoin, USDT. Tether (USD₮) To Launch on Aptos BlockchainLearn more: https://t.co/oAZcqa5RRv pic.twitter.com/0Mp7Lwm82b — Tether (@Tether_to) August 19, 2024 The issuer of the “stablecoin” highlighted the speed and scalability of Aptos’s infrastructure, low transaction fees, and its “reliable developer community.” […]

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ForkLog 34 13.08.2024

Tether to Challenge Tech Giants in AI Sector

Tether plans to invest in the AI sector by promoting decentralization and Bitcoin ethics, such as freedom of speech and access to technology and finance. This was revealed by the company’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, in an interview with WIRED. “The concept of decentralization can be applied to various fields, such as artificial intelligence. We see […]

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ForkLog 19 11.08.2024

Celsius Sues Tether for $2.4 Billion Over Bitcoin Collateral

The bankrupt lending platform Celsius has filed a lawsuit against Tether, seeking compensation of 39,542 BTC (approximately $2.4 billion). According to the document, the amount in question was collateral for a loan from the USDT stablecoin issuer. Tether requested additional collateral following a decline in Bitcoin’s price in early 2022. Celsius complied with Tether’s request, […]

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ForkLog 38 10.08.2024

Tether CEO Criticises MiCA as a Threat to Stablecoins and Banking

Paolo Ardoino criticised MiCA for its stringent rules requiring stablecoin issuers to hold at least 60% of reserves in the EU. The Tether CEO recalled the bankruptcy of Silicon Valley Bank, which led to the USDC depeg. By mid-2025, Tether will double its workforce, increasing the number of employees to 200. The European legislative proposal […]

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ForkLog 26 01.08.2024

Tether’s Net Profit Reaches $5.2 Billion in First Half of 2024

The company behind the USDT stablecoin, Tether, reported a record net profit of $5.2 billion for the period from January to June. According to the report, operating profit amounted to approximately $1.3 billion, primarily from interest income on US Treasury bills. Direct investments in these instruments exceeded $80.9 billion, and including cash and other equivalents, […]

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