Tether Expands Stablecoin Supply Amid Market Volatility, $3 Billion Issued in First Week of February

Tether minted $1 billion USDT on Tron, lifting total issuance to $3 billion in the first week of February, amidst a sharp deleveraging event in crypto markets. This expansion is seen as a form of "dry powder," preparing exchanges and institutional desks to absorb liquidations or facilitate OTC flows. Tether's issuance capacity has become a key structural advantage, with the company's market capitalization reaching a record $187.3 billion, accounting for nearly 70% of the global stablecoin market.