- Tether (USDT) circulation surged to $120B, marking a 30% increase in 2024.
- Tether’s Bitcoin and gold holdings increased to $4.8B and $5B, respectively.
- Tether’s net equity doubled to $14.2B, while it faces ongoing legal challenges.
Tether has announced a substantial increase in its Bitcoin and gold reserves, as detailed in its latest Q3 2024 Consolidated Financials Figures and Reserves Report.
Tether’s Bitcoin holdings have reached an impressive $4.8 billion, while its gold reserves now stand at $5 billion, reflecting the company’s strategy to bolster its asset base amid rising global demand for its stablecoin, USDT.
Circulation of USDT increases by 30%
This quarter has been particularly notable for Tether, as the circulation of USDT has soared to a record $120 billion, marking a 30% increase in 2024.
This surge adds $27.8 billion year-to-date and positions Tether’s market cap close to that of its competitor, Circle’s USDC, which currently stands at $35 billion according to CoinGecko data.
Tether’s growth is indicative of the increasing reliance on stablecoins within the cryptocurrency ecosystem, driven by greater adoption and market confidence.
Tether expands its US Treasury Bills holdings
Additionally, Tether has significantly expanded its holdings in US Treasury Bills, which now total $84.5 billion, constituting the largest segment of its reserves. This strategic move has contributed to Tether’s robust financial health, with net equity doubling to $14.2 billion from $7 billion at the end of 2023.
Furthermore, through its subsidiary, Tether Investments Limited, the company manages an additional $7.7 billion in assets across sectors such as sustainable energy, Bitcoin mining, and data infrastructure. However, these assets are not included in the reserves backing Tether tokens.
Despite its growth, Tether is currently navigating three civil litigation proceedings involving its holdings and operations. Notably, these cases include a class action related to Bitcoin’s price decline in 2017-2018, a lawsuit stemming from the Celsius bankruptcy, and a dispute over USDT in a non-Tether controlled wallet.
Tether management has opted not to recognize any provisions for these ongoing legal challenges.