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tether
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Coin Overview
USDT
Token
No fixed maximum
Stablecoin
October 2014
Tether
Tether (USDT) is the world’s largest stablecoin, pegged 1:1 to the U.S. dollar. It’s designed to give crypto users a stable digital currency for trading, payments, or storing value without price swings. Issued on several blockchains, USDT is backed by Tether’s reserves and is widely used across exchanges, DeFi platforms, and global payments.
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Technology & Use Case
Unlike volatile cryptocurrencies, USDT is tied to the U.S. dollar. For every new USDT created, Tether says it holds equivalent reserves in cash, bonds, or other assets. USDT exists on many blockchains, including Ethereum (ERC-20), Tron (TRC-20), and Solana, making it easy to transfer quickly and cheaply across different networks.
Origins & Team
Tether was launched in 2014 by a group including Brock Pierce, Reeve Collins, and Craig Sellars. Originally called Realcoin, it rebranded to Tether later that year. It has since grown into the most widely used stablecoin, serving as a bridge between traditional money and the crypto ecosystem.
Ecosystem & Partnerships
USDT is deeply integrated into exchanges, wallets, and DeFi apps worldwide. It plays a central role in crypto trading, often serving as the “digital dollar” for buying other assets. Tether’s reserves and transparency have been questioned, but it remains the most traded cryptocurrency by volume, powering global remittances, payments, and trading pairs.
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