Radar do Mercado
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Tether, the entity behind the world’s largest stablecoin by market capitalization, USDT, has experienced a downgrade in its rating by S&P Global. This decision, made public on Wednesday, stems from what the agency describes as “persistent gaps in disclosure” and a growing allocation of “high-risk assets” within Tether’s reserves. The assets highlighted include Bitcoin (BTC), gold, corporate bonds, secured loans, and other investments, all of which entail various risks, including credit, market, interest rate, and foreign exchange vulnerabilities. Tether CEO Responds To S&P Downgrade In a recent research note, S&P Global detailed that this upgrade came as pa…
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Tether, the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin USDT, has disclosed a portion of its investment portfolio, revealing an involvement in cryptocurrencies that extend beyond Bitcoin (BTC). The announcement comes as Tether reports record profits in 2024, which have been used to fund these strategic investments in more than 120 companies across multiple sectors. Tether Expands Investment Portfolio Beyond Bitcoin Tether has unveiled a glimpse into its expansive investment portfolio, marking a significant pivot in its capital allocation strategy beyond just Bitcoin. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Tether, Paolo Ardoino, confirmed in an X social media post that the st…
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New reports suggest that Tether is planning to re-enter the US market, driven by more favourable crypto regulations in the country. Paolo Ardoino, Tether’s CEO, in an interview with Bloomberg on 23 July 2025, pointed out that the company is making progress in its US expansion strategy following the signing of the historic stablecoin legislation last week. During his interview, Ardoino stated, “We are well in progress of establishing our US domestic strategy. It’s going to be focused on the US institutional markets, providing an efficient stablecoin for payments but also for interbank settlements and trading.” Analysts expect the GENIUS ACT (Guiding and Establishing Nat…
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In a strategic move, Tether has shifted its reserve strategy, reducing its exposure to treasuries while increasing allocations to Bitcoin and gold. The USDT issuer has shown a notable reduction in government debt exposure, paired with an expanded position in hard assets known for durability and independence from traditional financial systems. Treasury Exposure Drops Amid Changing Macro And Regulatory Landscape Stablecoin giant, Tether, has reduced its US Treasury holdings and increased its Gold and Bitcoin reserves. CryptosRus reported on X that Tether is quietly repositioning itself for what the company expects to be the Federal Reserve’s (FED) next round of rate cuts.…
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Tether is in talks to lead a $1.2 billion funding round for Neura Robotics, a German startup building AI-powered humanoid robots. The potential deal would value Neura between €8 billion and €10 billion, giving the crypto heavyweight a direct role in one of Europe’s most ambitious robotics projects. The scale of the round and the size of the valuation mark a clear step outside Tether’s usual territory. Neura Wants to Be the iPhone Moment for Robots Neura Robotics is not aiming small. The company’s roadmap includes manufacturing 5 million robots by 2030, with an initial focus on industrial use and a longer-term push toward consumers. That kind of mass rollout puts it on a …
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Tether, the company behind the market’s largest stablecoin USDT, has announced major financial results for the second quarter (Q2) of the year, reporting a net profit of $4.9 billion. Tether Achieves $5.7 Billion In Earnings For H1 2025 According to the report, this surge in profitability comes amid the issuance of over $13.4 billion in new USDT, boosting the total circulating supply to more than $157 billion—a remarkable $20 billion increase since the beginning of the year. At the end of Q2 2025, Tether’s exposure to US Treasuries reached $127 billion, comprising $105.5 billion in direct holdings and an additional $21.3 billion in indirect investments. The company’…
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Tether is making a change to how it handles USDT on some of the older blockchains it once supported. Instead of freezing these tokens, the company is marking them as “unsupported.” This applies to networks like Omni Layer, Bitcoin Cash SLP, Kusama, EOS, and Algorand. Transfers Will Still Work If you’re holding USDT on any of these chains, you can still send and receive them. What’s ending is the ability to mint new tokens or redeem them directly with Tether. The reclassification keeps those older tokens functional while allowing Tether to focus on chains that are more widely used today. Source: Shutterstock Community Feedback Played a Role The update wasn’t made in a va…
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The Blockchain Recovery Investment Consortium (BRIC), a partnership between GXD Labs and VanEck, announced on Tuesday a significant development in Celsius’ bankruptcy case. Tether (USDT) has agreed to pay a major amount to the crypto lender’s bankruptcy estate following an adversary proceeding that was initiated last year. Tether Settles Billion Dollar Lawsuit This settlement marks a significant milestone in the ongoing legal saga surrounding Celsius, which filed for bankruptcy in July 2022. Celsius had previously accused Tether of mishandling collateral and liquidations, claiming 39,542 BTC (approximately $4.3 billion at the time) along with an additional $100 million…
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According to Arkham, a wallet labeled “Tether: Bitcoin Reserves” received 8,889 Bitcoin in a single transfer from Bitfinex. The move added roughly $1 billion to Tether’s holdings and pushed the firm’s Bitcoin stash to about $9.8 billion based on the market price. It was one of the biggest single top-ups to its BTC balance this year. Quarter-End Buying Pattern Based on reports, the timing of the buy was not random. Blockchain records show Tether has made similar quarter-end additions in September 2024, December 2024, and March 2025. Analysts say the pattern points to a deliberate effort to bolster reserves ahead of public attestations. Tether’s second-quarter attestati…
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Tether Holdings, the issuer of the market’s largest stablecoin, USDT, has revealed that it maintains a vault in Switzerland to safeguard an impressive $8 billion stockpile of gold. According to Bloomberg, the firm’s significant reserve of nearly 80 tons positions Tether as one of the largest gold holders globally, surpassed only by central banks and sovereign nations with the company based in El Salvador expressing intentions to expand its gold reserves further. Tether Reveals 5% Of Reserves In Precious Metals In a recent interview, Tether’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, emphasized the security of their vault, claiming it to be among the most secure facilities worldwide. While h…
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The recent passage of the GENIUS Act introduced a new regulatory framework for stablecoins, such as Tether (USDT), drawing increasing attention from traditional and cryptocurrency firms. Tether’s Regulatory Challenges And Rising Rivals With the stablecoin market growing from $120 billion in October 2023 to $288 billion as of August, Tether’s USDT continues to hold its position as the largest stablecoin. However, the Motley Fool team has identified three emerging contenders that are poised to disrupt the company’s dominance and present significant competition. Tether commands nearly 60% of the stablecoin market, but it has not been without controversy. In 2021, the Com…
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Tether has confirmed that its USDT stablecoin, worth over 167 billion dollars, is finally launching natively on Bitcoin. This won’t be through a sidechain or wrapped version; instead, it’s happening directly through something called the RGB protocol. That gives Bitcoin a whole new role in the stablecoin world. RGB Lets Bitcoin Do More RGB is what makes this all possible. It keeps most of the data off-chain but locks in proof of ownership on Bitcoin itself. That way, the blockchain stays lightweight and fast while gaining some real flexibility. You’re still using Bitcoin at the core, but now it can carry extra functionality without changing the base layer. A Simple W…
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Tether minted 1 billion in USDT on Wednesday, a move that market watchers say added fresh liquidity to crypto markets already moving higher. Based on reports, the total crypto market cap bounced from an intraday low near $3.80 trillion to about $3.90 trillion on the same day, while Bitcoin traded around $112,300 and Ether reclaimed levels near $4,600. The minting stood out because it often signals ready cash that can be deployed quickly into exchanges and trading desks. Tether Minting Sparks Liquidity Flows New USDT issuance is frequently used to fund purchases, and the 1 billion issuance was flagged by on-chain trackers as a likely source of fresh buying power. Sant…
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Tether has just launched a new stablecoin called USAT. It is designed specifically for the US market and comes with a big promise to play by the rules. This isn’t just another token being added to the mix. It’s the first major step from Tether’s new leadership, and the goal is simple: build something the regulators will actually be happy with. A Fresh Start With Bo Hines The man leading this new direction is Bo Hines, who has been brought in as CEO-designate for USAT. He says this isn’t just about keeping regulators off their backs. It’s about giving American businesses something they can actually rely on. According to Hines, USAT is Tether’s way of proving that it can d…
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Tether is the lynchpin of crypto. Yes, there are many controversies, specifically those questioning its reserves. Still, time and time again, even during extreme market volatility, including the destruction that happened on October 10, USDT stood firm. Not so much can be said about new entrants, mainly USDe, which temporarily depegged. As of November 7, USDT is still the largest stablecoin by market cap and trading volume. With over $183Bn of USDT in circulation, it is easy to say Tether, which is the issuer, determines the pulse of crypto. (Source: Coingecko) Backing this top stablecoin are multiple assets, mostly US Treasuries, at over 74%, when writing. With over …
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Tether, the issuer behind the leading stablecoin, USDT, has made headlines by acquiring $1 billion worth of Bitcoin—approximately 8,800 BTC—during the third quarter of this year. While many investors have reacted positively to this significant investment, caution has emerged from industry experts like Jacob King, CEO of SwanDesk, who warns that this move may contribute to what he believes could be the “largest bubble in history.” Bitcoin’s True Value Could Be Below $1,000 In a recent post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), King raised serious concerns about the Bitcoin market, claiming that 80-90% of the total buy volume is artificially inflated. He argue…
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What to Know: Tether’s potential $1B+ funding role in Neura highlights aggressively crypto profits flows into real-world AI and robotics infrastructure. Neura’s humanoid robots target industrial and home use, while SUBBD Token focuses on ‘digital labor’ for creators through AI assistants and on-chain tools. Price predictions for $SUBBD map possible highs of $0.438 in 2025 and $0.668 in 2026. This implies about 7–12x upside from presale levels. SUBBD Token’s AI-powered creator platform, 20% staking rewards and large pre-built audience offer a way to play the AI-creator economy narrative. Tether is reportedly weighing a funding commitment of around $1.15B into German ro…
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Texas has moved public money into Bitcoin exposure, buying $5 million worth of shares in a regulated Bitcoin exchange-traded fund. According to reports, the state’s purchase was made on November 20, 2025, and it used the BlackRock iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) to gain price exposure without immediately holding the cryptocurrency itself. The state set aside a total allocation of $10 million for its new Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. Lee Bratcher, who leads the Texas Blockchain Council, confirmed the state’s crypto purchase on X. State Uses ETF As Interim Step Reports have disclosed that officials chose the ETF route as a temporary measure while the state puts custody plans …
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Texas’s battle with Bulgaria is more than a headline; it’s a flashpoint in the evolving world of stablecoin crypto diplomacy. When Tether froze $44.7M in SDT at the behest of Bulgarian police, alleging illicit activity, Riverstone Consultancy (a Texas-based firm) responded with a U.S. lawsuit claiming procedural violation and loss of opportunities. The case puts stablecoin issuers, law enforcement, and cross-border jurisdictions into direct conflict, and it could reshape how global stablecoin freezes are handled going forward. What Triggered the Texas vs Bulgaria $44.7M Stablecoin Crypto Battle? The dispute began in April 2025, when Tether froze $44.7M USDT from eight w…
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On Saturday, Texas became the first-ever US state to commit public funds towards the purchase of Bitcoin. Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 21 (SB21), officially authorizing the establishment of the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. Keep reading to learn more about this development, increasing investor and government confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term potential, and what’s the best crypto to buy now in order to ride the upcoming crypto wave. Texas Passes Groundbreaking Bitcoin Reserve Bill ‘We can buy land, we can buy gold; I think the state of Texas should have the option of evaluating the best performing asset over the last 10 years.’ This is what the Texas Bitc…
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Smackover Lithium, a joint venture between Standard Lithium (TSXV: SLI; NYSE-A: SLI) and Norway state oil company Equinor (NYSE: EQNR), says it has North America’s highest lithium-in-brine grades in the first inferred resource for the Franklin project in northeast Texas. The project has 0.61 cubic km of brine averaging 668 milligrams per litre lithium for 2.16 million tonnes lithium carbonate equivalent, according to a press release on Wednesday. It also includes 15.4 million tonnes of potash (as potassium chloride) – newly added to the U.S. Geological Survey’s draft critical minerals list – and 2.64 million tonnes of bromide, the company said. “This initial proje…
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Historically, one indicator of an upcoming bull run is when “dino” coins start to surge in value. Recently, XRP has led the way, reaching a new all-time high (ATH) of $3.65 on July 16. Now, Tezos has emerged as the latest OG dino coin to make waves, experiencing an increase of over 55% in just 24 hours. While ETH continues to inch slowly upward toward $4,000 and Bitcoin sits comfortably under $120,000 following its significant run, OG coins such as Ripple (XRP), Tezos (XTZ), and Litecoin (LTC) are all making big moves. (SOURCE) XTZ Surges Back Over $1 As Tezos Crypto Is The Latest OG Coin To Pump Tezos crypto, a token that has been around since 2018, experienced an o…
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hai police raided a luxury three‑story house in Bangkok’s Wang Thonglang district and arrested Chinese national Liang Ai‑Bing. Authorities believe he was the mastermind behind a massive crypto Ponzi scheme. The operation reportedly targeted nearly 100 investors, mostly from China, lured by promises too good to be true. The Platform With Big Claims and Bigger Lies At the heart of the case is a DeFi platform called FINTOCH, which ran from December 2022 until May 2023. The platform attracted attention by offering a suspiciously high return of 1 percent per day and claiming ties to Morgan Stanley. Source: Shutterstock That connection was completely fake, and Morgan Stanley …
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Deputy Finance Minister of Thailand, Chulaphan Amornvivat, took to X on 17 June 2025, to announce that the Thai government has approved Bitcoin and crypto gains to be exempted from taxation. The Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the crypto tax break from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2029. The move is to promote transparent trading, support technology and innovation, and stimulate the Thai economy to grow steadily. “Full steam ahead! The government is pushing to promote Thailand as the world’s digital asset hub and I have good news to tell you,” said Amornvivat, as he announced the tax break. DISCOVER: 9+ Best High-Risk, High-Reward Crypto…
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Thai authorities have ordered World, the digital identity project backed by Sam Altman, to stop operating in the country and erase all user identification data collected from residents. According to a statement released on Monday by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES), the order was issued by Thailand’s Economic and Social Development Board. The order directed the company to delete iris scan records linked to around 1.2M people. Officials said World violated Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act by collecting biometric data in exchange for its Worldcoin token. DISCOVER: 20+ Next Crypto to Explode in 2025 Why Did Thailand Order the World to Hal…
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