Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, announced on Thursday (1st) data that highlights the strength of its reserves and the profitability of its traditional financial operations. In its first quarter report for 2025, the company revealed that its reserves in Bitcoin (BTC) surpassed $7.6 billion.
This announcement accompanies the information that Tether's total exposure to U.S. Treasury securities is approaching $120 billion, including both direct and indirect investments through money market funds and reverse repurchase agreements. This significant volume in low-risk securities demonstrates a conservative strategy in managing its reserves.
In addition to the appreciation of its Bitcoin holdings, Tether reported an operational profit exceeding $1 billion in the first quarter of 2025, driven primarily by the performance of its U.S. Treasury securities portfolio. This robust financial result underscores the company's ability to generate significant profits through traditional investments, even during a period of volatility in cryptocurrency markets.
Growth of USDT
Global demand for USDT also showed significant growth in the first quarter of 2025, with an increase of approximately $7 billion in circulating supply and an addition of 46 million user wallets. This increase in adoption reflects the growing confidence in the stability, transparency, and utility of USDT as a digital representation of the U.S. dollar.
Alongside the management of its reserves, Tether has directed strategic investments through Tether Investments, with over $2 billion allocated to long-term initiatives in sectors such as renewable energy, artificial intelligence, peer-to-peer communications, and data infrastructure. The company emphasizes that these investments are not part of the reserves backing USDT, but demonstrate a commitment to the development of sustainable digital economies.
Another significant milestone for Tether was the start of its operation under regulatory supervision in El Salvador, where it obtained a license as a stablecoin issuer. This regulatory development is seen as a positive step to enhance the company's credibility and reinforce its commitment to transparency and compliance in global markets.
Bitcoin reaches new heights
In a dynamic market scenario, Bitcoin ($BTC ) also recorded a notable increase. Recent data from Binance indicates that the cryptocurrency surpassed the $97,000 USDT mark, with an appreciation of 3.32% in the last 24 hours, quoted at around $97,000 USDT, around 12:00 PM today. This price movement demonstrates the continued interest and inherent volatility in the cryptocurrency market.
By strengthening its reserves in Bitcoin and reporting significant profits from traditional investments, Tether consolidates its position as a relevant player in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, influencing market dynamics and investor confidence.
Sources: Cointelegraph, Investing.com, Reuters, Mercado Bitcoin, Official Tether website.
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