Tether has announced its entry into the field of artificial intelligence by launching a new platform that combines AI technologies with cryptocurrencies, with direct support for Bitcoin and USDT payments.
This project represents a strategic expansion for Tether towards decentralized artificial intelligence infrastructure.
The project was announced on May 5 by 'Paolo Arduino', the CEO of Tether, who confirmed that the new platform will be built on a peer-to-peer (P2P) network, without relying on centralized infrastructures or API keys, enhancing users' privacy and individual sovereignty.
The platform relies on the open-source wallet development kit (WDK) launched by Tether in November 2024, which enables the creation of self-custody wallets for smartphones, the web, and computers.
Unlike popular cloud models, the 'Tether AI' platform will operate in a fully open-source operating environment, installable on almost any device, aiming to eliminate central failure points.
The company described this platform as part of its broader strategy to establish the principle of decentralization, through adaptable standard tools in various environments.
This step is part of a broader structural shift within Tether that began in early 2024, when the company reorganized its operations by launching new business units, the most notable of which is 'Tether Data' focused on artificial intelligence and peer-to-peer technologies.
Tether previously indicated its work on a range of AI-supported applications, such as AI Translate, a voice assistant, and a Bitcoin wallet management assistant.
Through this platform, Tether bets on a different path from that of major tech companies, by providing AI tools supported by cryptocurrencies directly to users, without intermediaries, in a move that enhances user independence and the integration of the open financial infrastructure.
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