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Tether's USDT market cap drops $1B, challenging Bitcoin's recovery amid stablecoin shifts.

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20 Oct 2026
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Tether's USDT market cap drops $1B, challenging Bitcoin's recovery amid stablecoin shifts.

Tether's USDT stablecoin lost nearly $1 billion in market cap over five days in October 2026, coinciding with Bitcoin's fragile recovery phase. Data shows a $4.6 billion decline in USDT balances on major exchanges since July, with traders shifting to competing stablecoins like USDC and RLUSD, though these have not fully offset the liquidity gap. This contraction raises concerns about Bitcoin's momentum, as past rallies were supported by expanding USDT supply. Investors should watch for renewed USDT issuance, growth in alternative stablecoins, and shifts in exchange-level stablecoin holdings, especially at Bybit, to gauge future liquidity and Bitcoin price stability.

Tether's USDT stablecoin market dynamics provide context as of Oct 21, 2026 00:22 WIB. For readers following major cryptocurrencies on Pluang, 44 of 50 priced assets rose while 5 fell today. Notable movers include ALGO at Rp2.039 with a 3.82% increase, MANA at Rp1.560 up 3.65%, and SUSHI at Rp4.028 gaining 3.61%, with SUSHI showing a Pluang order activity of 99% Sell / 1% Buy. The most notable figure is the breadth, with 44 rising cryptocurrencies out of 50.

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