Stablecoin giant Tether did not mince words when responding to a bombshell Wall Street Journal article revealing a supposed US government investigation into the cryptocurrency firm. According to a WSJ report citing “people familiar with the matter”, Tether is facing a criminal investigation into possible violations of sanctions and anti-money-laundering rules.
TL;DR Tether reveals a diversified reserve of over 82,000 Bitcoin, 48 tonnes of gold, and over $100 billion in U.S. Treasuries. CEO Paolo Ardoino addresses market concerns, denying allegations of anti-money laundering violations and emphasizing regulatory compliance.
Tether, king of the stablecoin, boasts in Lugano: gold, bitcoins, and bonds in pocket.
The adoption of crypto assets in Bolivia has significantly increased since the country recently lifted the ban on virtual assets.
Bolivia's financial sector took a big step in crypto adoption as Banco Bisa unveiled a new custody service for virtual assets. The bank will allow clients to buy, sell, and transfer USDT safely.
Europe's MiCA framework will enforce new bank reserve requirements for stablecoin issuers, raising concerns about systemic risks and stability.
Tether boosts reserves with 82,000 BTC to enhance USDT stability, potentially impacting Bitcoin's price.
Tether and Coinbase are diving deep into artificial intelligence (AI), each unveiling new tech designed to bring enhanced privacy and onchain autonomy to the blockchain world. Blockchain and AI Tools In separate announcements this week, Tether and Coinbase revealed AI-driven products poised to reshape how developers and users engage with blockchain technology.
Tether's USDT is the world's largest stablecoin, with a market cap nearing $100 billion. However, like many top blockchain projects, Tether has been the subject of many questions and inquiries.
At the Plan ₿ Forum, Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino revealed the company's extensive reserves, including $5.58 billion in Bitcoin, $3.87 billion in gold.
Tether has developed a privacy-focused AI development kit that uses P2P technology to run across various devices without sharing data with third parties
Tether Chief Executive Paolo Ardoino revealed record reserve holdings, including $100 billion of U.S. Treasury securities, more than 82,000 Bitcoins worth about $5.5 billion.
Bolivian bank Banco Bisa has introduced a stablecoin custody service, allowing clients to buy, sell and transfer USDT.
Tether holds 82,000 Bitcoin and 48 tonnes of gold in its reserves. Additionally, it also has $100 billion in US Treasuries. The post Tether CEO Clarifies Asset Reserves Amid FUD appeared first on Cryptonews.
Stablecoin demand and adoption are poised to increase in Bolivia, as a bank has presented a USDT service suite for the first time. Bisa Bank, a private institution, now allows customers to purchase, sell, and keep USDT funds in the bank, leveraging it for remittances and international payments.
Tether Reserve Breakdown includes $9.45B in BTC, gold, and U.S. Treasuries.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino recently disclosed that the company holds a significant amount of Bitcoin and gold as reserve assets for its USDT stablecoin.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino has disclosed that the company holds more than 82,000 Bitcoin and 48 tonnes of gold in its reserves. Ardoino disclosed this on X while clarifying comments about Tether USDT reserves.
The Wall Street Journal cited unnamed individuals as the source of the claims that the United States government is investigating Tether.
At the Plan ₿ Forum in Lugano, Switzerland, Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino gave an insight into the financial reserves of Tether, disclosing that the stablecoin heavyweight holds 82,454 BTC and 48.3 tons of gold.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino confirms the company's multibillion-dollar Bitcoin and gold reserves, reassuring the crypto community.
Ripple's Garlinghouse warns of potential Tether disruption, calling it a “Black Swan event,” as WSJ scrutiny intensifies.
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Paolo Ardoino, the CEO of stablecoin issuer Tether, is squashing rumors that his firm is being probed by federal agencies. In a post on the social media platform X, Ardoino addresses a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) report, which claims that authorities are investigating Tether for potential violations of anti-money laundering and sanctions laws.
Lugano has taken significant steps in crypto adoption by embracing digital asset payments and recognizing BTC, USDT, and its LVGA token as legal tender.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino has previewed the company's latest innovation in Artificial Intelligence at the Lugano Plan ₿ event. The AI development kit prioritizes privacy and leverages peer-to-peer (P2P) technology, enabling developers to write code once and deploy it across various platforms.
Circle chief executive officer, Jeremy Allaire has confirmed that the stablecoin issuing company remains committed to launching an initial public offering (IPO). Interestingly, these comments have come amidst a controversial report on Circle's biggest competitor Tether.
The cryptocurrency market is currently facing turbulence following reports of a U.S. investigation into Tether, one of the market's most crucial stablecoins. As uncertainty looms, the implications of this investigation could have far-reaching effects on the broader crypto ecosystem.
Tether denies investigation claims, confirms no IPO plans, and unveils a Satoshi Nakamoto statue, signaling its commitment to crypto innovation.
The crypto market faced intense volatility as reports surfaced of a possible investigation into Tether, followed by heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. On October 25, the Wall Street Journal reported that the U.S. Attorney's Office might be probing Tether over alleged third-party misuse of its platform.
Tether (USDT) has recently experienced sustained capital inflows, with the stablecoin hitting historic market cap levels. While such a trend is historically positive for the crypto market, analysis suggests that this momentum may not be ideal for Bitcoin (BTC).
As Tether faces renewed regulatory scrutiny, Bitcoin's future is hanging in the balance.
Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies encountered sharp price swings following a controversial report on Tether, which occurred amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
As reported by U.Today, in May 2024, Ripple chief executive officer Brad Garlinghouse, while talking about crypto and blockchain on a podcast, mentioned that he expected a “Black Swan event” to happen to Tether over its chief product – USDT.
Bitcoin dipped to $65,521 from a high of $68,722, reflecting a 5% loss influenced by Tether's scrutiny. Currently, Bitcoin has bounced back to $67K amid ongoing volatility.
Tether's CEO, Paolo Ardoino, refuted claims by the Wall Street Journal that US federal authorities are investigating the company for potential money laundering.
Tether, the largest stablecoin by market cap, is under investigation by federal prosecutors in Manhattan for potential money laundering and sanction violations. Tether denounced the report as unverified speculation. However, the crypto market data indicates that rumors regarding the probe against the stablecoin have heavily impacted the entire crypto market.
Cryptocurrencies declined after the WSJ Tether report announced investigations against the company due to its ties to sanctioned individuals.
Crypto rout sends XRP below $0.50. Ripple's cross-appeal fuels legal debate as SEC delays draw investor criticism.
The broader crypto market crashed with the Bitcoin (BTC) price dropping 2% taking a dip to the support levels of $65,500 again. Following Israel's attack on Iran's military targets, the altcoins are seeing even greater pullback with Ethereum, BNB, SOL, and XRP falling by 3-6% each.
This inquiry is being spearheaded by the US Attorney's office in Manhattan. Tether is being investigated by the US Treasury Department for possible sanctions.
Tether investigation by U.S. authorities, including the DOJ and Treasury, is underway into USDT transactions used by sanctioned groups like Hamas and Russian arms dealers.
Cryptocurrency company Tether condemned a report from The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) posted Friday (Oct. 25) that said federal agencies are investigating the company for possible violations of sanctions and anti-money laundering (AML) rules. The WSJ report cited unnamed sources.
A new statue depicting Bitcoin's anonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto has just been unveiled in Switzerland. Earlier this morning at the 3rd Annual Lugano Plan B forum in Switzerland, the Plan B Initiative, a collaboration between Tether and the city of Lugano, revealed a statue honoring the faceless BTC creator.
Crypto markets erased $5B of their value within an hour on the news of a possible renewed Tether investigation on anti money-laundering practices. The market recovered soon after the initial shock.
Dogecoin insider Mishaboar has sent an open letter to the community with advise to shun stablecoins like USDT, USDC and even PYUSD. According to him, holding these assets are “inherently risky” and can harm holders.
According to a Friday report, the United States Justice Department has launched a criminal investigation into stablecoin issuer Tether. The probe is reportedly meant to determine whether the company violated anti-money laundering rules and sanctions.