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Tether

Tether(usdt)

0.999Price Change 24h: -0.02%Price data by CoinGecko
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24-Hour Range

$0.999$0.999
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Market Cap

Rank#3
Market Cap$186.11B
Volume$48.89B

Supply

Circulating186.34B
Total191.80B
Circulating %97.15%

All Time High

ATH$1.32
ATH Change-24.51%
ATH Date07/24/2018

Tether Price Performance

PeriodChange [%]LowHigh
24h-0.02%$0.999$0.999
7 days-0.04%$0.999$0.999
14 days-0.04%$0.999$0.999
1 month0.01%$0.999$0.999
1 year-0.18%$0.999$1

Tether OHLC

DatePriceNet ChangeChange [%]PriceNet ChangeChange [%]
06/23/2026Close0.998884$+2.20e-50.00%High0.999031$+5.20e-50.01%
Open0.998755$-0.0001-0.01%Low0.998638$-6.30e-5-0.01%
06/22/2026Close0.998862$-1.00e-6-0.00%High0.998979$-0.0002-0.02%
Open0.998893$-0.0002-0.02%Low0.998701$-8.70e-5-0.01%
06/21/2026Close0.998863$-0.0002-0.02%High0.999174$-8.90e-5-0.01%
Open0.999067$+0.00100.10%Low0.998788$+0.00080.08%
06/20/2026Close0.999111$+0.00100.10%High0.999263$+5.50e-50.01%
Open0.998074$-0.0011-0.11%Low0.998022$+0.00030.03%
06/19/2026Close0.998086$-0.0011-0.11%High0.999208$-0.0001-0.01%
Open0.999157$+3.10e-50.00%Low0.9977$-0.0012-0.12%
06/18/2026Close0.999146$+8.40e-50.01%High0.999347$-1.00e-4-0.01%
Open0.999126$-0.0003-0.03%Low0.998883$-0.0001-0.01%
06/17/2026Close0.999062$-0.0003-0.03%High0.999447$-0.0001-0.01%
Open0.999376$-1.20e-5-0.00%Low0.999019$-0.0002-0.02%

* Price information provided by CoinGecko. Day starts at UTC 00:00

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1. What is Tether (USDT)?

Tether (USDT) is a stablecoin, a type of cryptocurrency intended to maintain a stable value. It is pegged to the US dollar, meaning that 1 USDT is designed to always be worth $1.

Tether is issued by Tether Limited, a company that asserts each USDT is backed by US dollars and other assets in its reserves. Tether is the first stablecoin ever created, and it has the largest market capitalization among all stablecoins. It was launched in 2014 by Brock Pierce, Reeve Collins, and Craig Sellars under a company now known as Tether Limited.

2. How does Tether work?

Tether operates across multiple blockchains, including Ethereum, Tron, and Omni Layer. Users can buy and redeem USDT directly from Tether Limited or trade it on various cryptocurrency exchanges. The peg of USDT is maintained through a one-to-one collateral ratio, with Tether Limited asserting that each USDT in circulation is fully backed by actual fiat currency in their reserves. Acting as a third-party custodian, Tether Limited holds the fiat currencies that back USDT.

When users deposit fiat currency into Tether Limited's bank account, the company generates an equivalent amount of USDT and credits it to the user's account, thus circulating the USDT. Users can then use USDT for transfers, exchanges, and storage. To convert USDT back to fiat currency, users deposit their USDT with Tether Limited, which then destroys the USDT and sends the corresponding fiat currency to the user’s bank account.

3. Should I use Tether?

If you’re looking to avoid the volatility typical of many cryptocurrencies, Tether can be a good choice. Its peg to the US dollar provides a stable store of value, making it useful for holding and transacting in a more predictable environment.

4. What are the risks of using Tether?

The loss of the USDT peg could occur if Tether Limited’s reserves are found to be insufficient or if confidence in the company declines. Such a scenario could lead to financial losses for holders. Furthermore, potential regulatory changes could impact the stability and usability of Tether, posing uncertain future risks.

5. What are the benefits of Tether?

Tether is widely utilized in the cryptocurrency ecosystem for several key reasons:

  • Liquidity: Tether is a highly liquid asset, allowing users to quickly and easily trade USDT for other cryptocurrencies or fiat currencies.
  • Fast Transfers: Tether facilitates rapid transfers across different blockchain networks, giving users the flexibility to move assets swiftly and efficiently.

Meanwhile, Tether Limited has faced scrutiny over the transparency of its reserves, as some question whether the reserves truly back every USDT.

Latest posts about Tether

StablR Stablecoins Exploited, EURR and USDR Depeg After Minting Key Compromise
Hacks

StablR Stablecoins Exploited, EURR and USDR Depeg After Minting Key Compromise

Estimates of losses range from $2.8 million to $10 million.
Tether Freezes $344M USDT in Coordination with U.S. Law Enforcement
DeFi

Tether Freezes $344M USDT in Coordination with U.S. Law Enforcement

The stablecoin issuer says it has now supported more than 2,300 cases worldwide, including over 1,200 with U.S. agencies.
Tether Commits $127.5M to Drift Protocol Recovery Plan Following $270M+ Exploit
DeFi

Tether Commits $127.5M to Drift Protocol Recovery Plan Following $270M+ Exploit

Tether is leading a $150M recovery initiative for Drift Protocol; the plan will also shift the perp DEX's primary settlement asset to USDT on Solana.
Tether Introduces Multichain Self-Custodial Wallet
DeFi

Tether Introduces Multichain Self-Custodial Wallet

Self-custodial wallet tether.wallet supports Bitcoin, USDT, USAT and XAUT across multiple blockchains at launch.
Tether Gold Expands to BNB Chain as Tokenized Gold Market Approaches $5 Billion
DeFi

Tether Gold Expands to BNB Chain as Tokenized Gold Market Approaches $5 Billion

The integration connects the dominant gold-backed token to BNB Chain's RWA ecosystem amid a volatile stretch for spot gold prices.
Tether Engages Big Four Firm for First Full Audit
Regulation & Politics

Tether Engages Big Four Firm for First Full Audit

The issuer of the largest stablecoin by market cap has been under scrutiny for years for not conducting a full financial audit
Tether Backs Ark Labs to Bring Stablecoins Back to Bitcoin
DeFi

Tether Backs Ark Labs to Bring Stablecoins Back to Bitcoin

The strategic investment is the latest in a string of Bitcoin infrastructure bets by the stablecoin giant.
Tether Invests $200 Million in Whop to Expand Stablecoin Payments
TradFi & Fintech

Tether Invests $200 Million in Whop to Expand Stablecoin Payments

The investment will bring Tether’s wallet tools to millions of users.
Elemental Royalty Corporation Offers Dividends in Tether Gold
TradFi & Fintech

Elemental Royalty Corporation Offers Dividends in Tether Gold

Elemental Royalty Corporation becomes the first publicly listed gold company to offer dividends in Tether Gold (XAU₮)
Tether invests in Anchorage cover image
DeFi

Tether Invests $100 Million in US 'Crypto Bank' Anchorage Digital

Tether's $100 million investment in Anchorage Digital underscores a commitment to secure, regulated financial systems, reinforcing Anchorage's status as the first federally chartered crypto bank in the U.S.