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Tether Concludes 2024 with $10 Billion Profit: European and Global Banks Eye Stablecoins

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 months ago


Tether, the largest stablecoin issuer, aims to close 2024 with a net profit exceeding $10 billion. The company's success has caught the attention of global banks and stimulated the development of stablecoins.

Steady Growth of Tether

Tether's profit is driven by strategic investments in U.S. Treasuries, gold, and other securities backing stablecoins like USDT. The market valuation of Tether surged by $50 billion this year, reaching nearly $140 billion. The demand for USDT, pegged to the U.S. dollar, skyrocketed as cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin reached record highs. By December 2024, 109 million wallets hold USDT, cementing its position as the largest stablecoin by market cap.

Traditional Finance Eyes Stablecoins

Banks worldwide are taking notice of stablecoins. Europe's Societe Generale – Forge launched a Euro-backed stablecoin, now available to retail investors. Other financial giants like Deutsche Bank's DWS and Revolut are exploring similar projects. The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) enacted in Europe has provided fertile ground for blockchain-based payments by financial institutions.

Profitability's Impact on Banking

Stablecoins offer banks a chance to leverage blockchain technology. Tether’s success demonstrates growing demand for seamless payments and digital assets. However, stablecoins come with risks. A European Central Bank study warned that converting deposits into stablecoins could weaken liquidity ratios. Despite this, more than 109 million USDT wallets in circulation underline the immense demand for stablecoins.

Tether's record profit reflects the growing demand for stablecoins, opening new opportunities for financial institutions to incorporate blockchain technology. This sets the stage for competitive innovation among banks for a share of the digital asset market.

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