Tether Announces Native USDT Launch on Bitcoin

Tether is launching its USDT stablecoin directly on the Bitcoin network. This marks the first time USDT will have native support, using the RGB protocol to enable private and scalable transactions.

The main participants include Tether, Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, and the RGB Protocol Association. The initiative allows for USDT transactions directly on Bitcoin, bypassing previous constraints associated with sidechains and bridges.

The direct launch affects Bitcoin by adding a major stablecoin to its base layer, potentially increasing usage on the Bitcoin and Lightning Networks. This integration could enhance on-chain flows and market liquidity.

Financial implications may include altering market dynamics by providing a new pathway for stablecoin transactions. The move could impact global financial operations, supporting Bitcoin’s role as a foundational financial platform.

The launch could alter strategies for related cryptocurrencies like BTC, USDT, and networks like Omni. Discontinued Tether support for other networks may lead to shifting resource allocations by September.

This initiative potentially leads to more widespread adoption and development on Bitcoin, particularly involving private, programmable asset solutions. Historical trends show past platforms were limited, but the RGB protocol’s architecture offers significant improvement.

“Bitcoin deserves a stablecoin that is truly native, lightweight, private, and scalable,” said Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether.