Tether Surges Past $150B as Stablecoin Use Explodes Worldwide

Tether, the largest issuer of liquid digital assets, has crossed the $150 billion milestone in total value locked (TVL), further cementing its dominance in the global stablecoin sector.

This milestone comes amid a sharp uptick in stablecoin usage, driven by rising demand for digital dollars across crypto markets. In the past year, Tether’s supply has expanded more than 36%, outpacing its competitors and now accounting for over 60% of the total stablecoin market. Activity in the space has surged as well, with the number of active wallets rising from under 20 million to 30 million, according to blockchain analytics platforms Dune and Artemis.

While Tether remains largely absent from the U.S. market due to regulatory constraints, the company is reportedly preparing to launch a new dollar-pegged token tailored for domestic compliance. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino recently hinted that this “U.S.-specific” stablecoin would differ from the current Tether (USDT) model, signaling a strategic pivot as Washington, D.C., mulls over multiple bills related to digital asset regulation.

Among these, the STABLE Act—championed by key lawmakers like Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA) and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA)—is drawing pushback. Former Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman Timothy Massad expressed concerns during a congressional hearing.

Despite policy uncertainty, Tether’s momentum remains strong as it expands its presence in key markets. As regulatory discussions continue and new legislation is put in place, Tether is positioning itself for deeper integration into both global and U.S. financial systems—potentially ushering in the next era of stablecoin adoption.