USDT
StablecoinsActive· Global

USDT

$185B and growing. The dollar's shadow banking system. More US Treasury exposure than most countries.

tether.to#stablecoin#dollarVerified May 6, 2026
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Brief

Tether's dollar stablecoin. $185B market cap, the largest stablecoin. Dominant in emerging markets and offshore trading. Backed by US Treasuries, cash, and commercial paper.

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Snapshot

Key terms and identifiers.

Asset classes
Treasuries
Token standards
erc-20
Jurisdiction
Global
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Milestones

How this player got here.

  1. Jan 2026Tether reported $10B+ profit for 2025; USDT supply at $186.5B
  2. Dec 2025Tether held $141B in US Treasuries backing USDT supply
  3. Jan 2025Crossed $140B market cap
  4. Jun 2024Crossed $100B market cap
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Connections

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Dependency

Where this player builds on, integrates, or relies on others.

Tension

Direct competition or overlapping market position.