Plasma, a Layer-1 blockchain built specifically for stablecoin payments and backed by Tether and Founders Fund, has quickly become the second largest destination for USDT0 stablecoin transfers, accumulating over $27 billion in inflows since its mainnet launch in September 2025. Designed for fast, fee-free stablecoin transactions with full Ethereum compatibility, Plasma enables seamless transfers across multiple blockchains and has attracted major DeFi protocols like Aave. The rapid adoption highlights the effectiveness of Plasma's purpose-built design and zero-fee model, though its heavy reliance on Tether introduces counterparty and regulatory risks. Going forward, Plasma's growth will depend on maintaining liquidity and managing these risks within the stablecoin ecosystem.
Peaq demonstrated a delivery robot autonomously navigating a simulated Seoul environment and making payments onchain using USDT stablecoin. The robot operated on peaqOS, a blockchain-based system providing decentralized identity, embedded wallets, an...
A large transfer of 52.16 million USDT stablecoins to Binance has been detected, drawing attention from traders monitoring significant stablecoin movements. While such transfers often indicate preparation for trading activities like buying cryptocurr...
Tether's USDT stablecoin supply surged by over $5 billion in one month, reaching nearly $190 billion and capturing about 60% of the stablecoin market. Meanwhile, competitors like USDC, PYUSD, and USDe lost a combined $4.2 billion, reflecting a market...
Tether has filed trademarks in South Korea for potential KRW-backed stablecoins named KRWT and WONTETHER, signaling a possible expansion into the Korean market. Meanwhile, Tether gained full control of Twenty One Capital, a major Bitcoin treasury hol...
A transfer of 30 million USDT to a Binance wallet was detected on-chain, attracting attention as it may indicate preparation for significant trading activity. While such large stablecoin inflows often suggest potential buying power for cryptocurrenci...
