Tether has announced it will cease support for USDT tokens on five blockchains, including Omni, BCH SLP, Kusama, EOS, and Algorand, effective September 1. As of July 11, 2025, any remaining funds will be permanently frozen.
Tether's Announcement of End Support
Tether stated that starting from July 11, 2025, any remaining USDT on these blockchains will be permanently frozen. The reasons for this decision include low user and developer activity on these networks and the operational costs of maintaining nodes for low-volume transactions.
What Users Should Do
Users must act by September 1. The simplest solution involves transferring USDT to centralized exchanges like Binance or Coinbase, which typically convert tokens to supported networks automatically. After the transfer, holders can move tokens to hardware wallets for self-custody.
Historical Context of USDT
USDT tokens were initially issued on the Omni Layer in 2014. The deprecation of this protocol marks a significant operational shift for Tether. The company advises completing all transfers by August 31 to prevent last-minute issues.
Tether's decision to end support for USDT on five blockchains highlights the importance of token migration before the deadline. Users are recommended to familiarize themselves with transfer processes to exchanges and other options to avoid freezing of funds.
