Bitcoin News Today: Tether Q2 Profit Soars 277 to 4.9 Billion as USDT Supply Grows 20 Billion

Tether, the issuer of the U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin USDT, reported a net profit of $4.9 billion in the second quarter of 2025, marking a 277% increase compared to the same period in 2024 [1]. This surge in profitability reflects the growing adoption of stablecoins as a bridge between traditional financial systems and the crypto market [2]. The company also expanded its USDT supply by $20 billion during the quarter, bringing the total market value of the stablecoin to over $157 billion [3].

Tether’s Q2 performance was further bolstered by its expansion in U.S. Treasury holdings, which reached $127 billion by the end of the quarter, surpassing South Korea to become the 18th-largest holder of U.S. debt instruments [4]. The company’s reserves also include $8.9 billion in Bitcoin, highlighting its strategic approach to diversification [5]. Tether’s strong financial results for the first half of 2025 totaled $5.7 billion in profit, a 9.6% increase from $5.2 billion in the same period in 2024 [3].

The growth of USDT has contributed to increased liquidity across crypto markets, supporting cross-chain and cross-border transactions [6]. With USDT maintaining a 61.7% market share in the stablecoin sector, it remains the dominant stablecoin by market capitalization [2]. The increased use of stablecoins by traditional financial players, such as Visa, which now supports multiple stablecoins on its platform, signals a broader acceptance of the asset class [7].

In addition to Tether, other players in the stablecoin space have also made significant moves. Circle, the issuer of USDC, went public in June 2025, with its stock surging on the first day of trading [4]. PayPal introduced a 3.7% yield on its stablecoin offering in April, and President Donald Trump’s crypto venture, World Liberty Financial, launched its own stablecoin and invested in Falcon Finance to develop supporting blockchain infrastructure [4].

Regulatory developments also played a role in shaping the stablecoin landscape. President Trump signed the GENIUS Act into law in July 2025, marking the first U.S. legislation specifically targeting stablecoins and their issuers [4]. Meanwhile, European policymakers have warned that the lack of a unified regulatory framework could cede global financial leadership to the U.S. dollar, with major institutions like Deutsche Bank and Galaxy launching a euro-backed stablecoin on the Ethereum blockchain [4].

Tether has also taken steps to strengthen its compliance and risk management practices. In Q2, the company froze $1.6 million in USDT linked to terrorism financing, signaling its commitment to navigating a more mature regulatory environment [8]. These actions are expected to bolster trust among institutional investors and support further integration of stablecoins into mainstream finance.

The Q2 results position Tether as a key player in the evolving crypto ecosystem. As stablecoins move beyond their role as volatility buffers to become foundational elements of global financial infrastructure, the long-term economic and regulatory models that support them will become increasingly important [1]. Tether’s strategic reserve allocation, regulatory engagement, and growing market influence may shape the future trajectory of the stablecoin market for years to come.

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[1] MEXC. Tether Posts $4.9B Q2 Profit, Expands USDT Supply by $20B in 2025. https://www.mexc.com/es/news/tether-posts-4-9b-q2-profit-expands-usdt-supply-by-20b-in-2025/63200

[2] advfn.com. BTCUSD - Tether Posts $4.9B Profit in Q2 as Stablecoins Go.... https://mx.advfn.com/bolsa-de-valores/COIN/BTCUSD/crypto-news/96536693/tether-posts-4-9b-profit-in-q2-as-stablecoins-go

[3] Yahoo Finance. Tether Posts $4.9B Profit, Surpasses $127B In U.S. Treasuries In Q2. https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/BTC-USD/news/

[4] CoinDesk. Tether Reports $4.9B Net Profit in Q2, Invested $4B in U.S. Initiatives. https://www.coindesk.com/

[5] Bitcoin Insider. Tether Q2 2025 Profit Hits $4.9B as USDT Supply Crosses $157B. https://www.bitcoininsider.org/article/281140/ripple-cto-explains-why-xrp-ledger-lags-despite-300-bank-deals

[6] Coinpedia. Tether Reports $4.9B Q2 Profit, Becomes One of Largest U.S. Treasury Holders. https://coinpedia.org/

[7] Yahoo Finance. Tether Posts $4.9B Profit, Surpasses $127B In U.S. Treasuries In Q2. https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/BLID-USD/news/