Recently, according to the latest data from Tether's official website, the issuance of USDT on the TRON network has surpassed 75.7 billion dollars, officially overtaking Ethereum's total issuance, accounting for more than half of the total market value of USDT, reclaiming the title of the world's largest USDT issuing public chain after six months. This historic milestone further consolidates TRON's absolute dominance in the stablecoin space and adds a key footnote to its founder Sun Yuchen's blockchain empire.
This is also a milestone moment for TRON, following its global user accounts surpassing 300 million and the listing application for its native token TRX spot ETF submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
TRON founder Sun Yuchen stated: "Currently, 50.2% of the total supply of USDT is on the TRON network. Although that 0.2% above 50% seems like a small number, we can now say that more than half of USDT is on the TRON network. Keep pushing, the target is 100 billion, it's not a dream, it's a forecast!"
TRON returns to the summit: achievements highlight market choices.
Since mid-2023, the issuance of USDT on TRON has continued to grow, expanding rapidly at a pace of over one billion dollars per month. In just the first half of 2025, the TRON network minted new USDT worth over 16 billion dollars.
On May 15, 2025, the total circulation of USDT on the TRON chain officially surpassed Ethereum, reclaiming the title of the largest USDT issuing network in the world. Although Ethereum had a brief lead in the past six months, the market ultimately demonstrated its preference for TRON through its actions. With low transaction fees, rapid settlement speeds, and stable network performance, TRON has become the preferred stablecoin settlement platform for global users and institutions.
At the beginning of May, the Trump family's cryptocurrency project World Liberty Financial announced the integration of its USD1 stablecoin into the TRON network, further enhancing this momentum. This move not only expands the stablecoin ecosystem of the TRON network but also brings more liquidity and user base.
Data shows that TRON is truly unparalleled in the field of payment settlement. Its daily transfer volume reaches as high as 8 million transactions, with daily transaction amounts surpassing 25 billion dollars, far exceeding other public chains. Moreover, the trading volume of TRON's decentralized exchange grew by 40% in April 2025, skyrocketing from 3.4 billion dollars to 4.9 billion dollars, demonstrating the strong momentum of its ecosystem. These figures not only highlight TRON's dominance in the stablecoin sector but also underscore its core position in decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain infrastructure development.
Sun Yuchen and TRON: Once again showcasing the strength of Chinese blockchain.
As the founder of TRON, Sun Yuchen, with his keen market insight and relentless spirit of innovation, has led TRON from an emerging public chain to a leader in the global blockchain industry. The recent surge in USDT issuance surpassing Ethereum is not only a victory for TRON but also another global recognition of Chinese blockchain power.
As a pioneer with extensive experience in the blockchain field, he often speaks at major blockchain summits and forums, sharing the development philosophy and future vision of TRON. Sun Yuchen firmly believes that blockchain technology will profoundly change the global economic landscape, and he is committed to making TRON the cornerstone of global financial infrastructure. Through continuous innovation and technological upgrades, TRON has made significant progress in performance, security, and scalability, providing global users with more convenient, efficient, and secure blockchain services.
It is worth mentioning that Sun Yuchen not only focuses on technological innovation but also actively promotes industry compliance and development. In September 2024, TRON and Tether, along with TRM Labs, jointly established the T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU), successfully freezing over 150 million dollars in criminal assets, demonstrating their commitment to global financial security. Additionally, at the 2025 Hong Kong Crypto Finance Forum, Sun Yuchen proposed an innovative idea for issuing TRON addresses for AI, opening new pathways for the integration of blockchain and artificial intelligence.
The future of TRON: the cornerstone of global financial infrastructure.
TRON's return to the top is not only a victory for USDT issuance but also reflects its ecosystem's overall leadership. As of May 2025, TRON's total transaction volume has surpassed 10.3 billion transactions, with account numbers exceeding 306 million, making it one of the most active blockchain networks in the world. Its ultra-low transaction fees stand in stark contrast to Ethereum's high Gas fees, attracting a large number of users to switch from Ethereum to TRON.
Market analysts point out that TRON's success stems from its precise grasp of user needs. Whether it's the payment demands of emerging markets or the rapid expansion of the DeFi ecosystem, TRON provides efficient, low-cost solutions. As CryptoQuant researcher Maartunn stated: "The growth in TRON's USDT issuance reflects its absolute advantage in the stablecoin space and the high trust of users."
The issuance of USDT on the TRON chain has once again surpassed Ethereum, marking a perfect combination of technology, market, and vision, as well as another great achievement for Sun Yuchen as a leading figure in Chinese blockchain. Under Sun Yuchen's leadership, TRON has not only become the absolute leader in the stablecoin sector but also a pioneer in global blockchain innovation. In the future, TRON will continue to embrace an open and inclusive approach, working alongside global communities to build a more secure, efficient, and decentralized financial infrastructure, paving the way for the arrival of the Web3 era.