Tether Invests €30M in Bit2Me to Expand EU and Latin American Operations

Tether, the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin, USDT, has taken a minority stake in Bit2Me, a Spanish cryptocurrency platform, and led a €30 million funding round expected to close in the coming weeks [1]. This strategic move aligns with Tether’s broader objective to expand its presence in the regulated European crypto market, particularly under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework [2].

Bit2Me has emerged as a key player in the European crypto landscape, having recently become the first Spanish-speaking exchange to be granted a CASP (Crypto Asset Service Provider) license under MiCA [3]. This regulatory approval, part of the EU’s 2024 legislative effort to standardize crypto regulation, grants Bit2Me the authority to operate across all 27 EU member states with a unified regulatory passport [4]. The move has enhanced Bit2Me’s credibility among institutional investors and retail users, offering a level of transparency and compliance that remains rare in the industry [5].

The funding will be used to scale Bit2Me’s infrastructure, introduce new trading pairs, and increase marketing efforts across Europe. A significant portion will also be directed toward expanding into Latin America, with Argentina as a primary target. The platform aims to introduce tailored services such as stablecoin custody, remittance solutions, and educational initiatives to address Argentina’s financial instability and high inflation [6]. This expansion strategy positions Bit2Me to better serve markets where stablecoins are increasingly viewed as a hedge against local currency devaluation [7].

Tether’s investment reflects a broader trend of stablecoin providers aligning with regulated infrastructure to mitigate compliance risks and foster sustainable growth. By backing Bit2Me, Tether is not only reinforcing its commitment to European compliance but also gaining a strategic foothold in a region where regulatory clarity is beginning to take shape [8]. The partnership also supports Tether’s ongoing effort to integrate USDT more deeply into institutional-grade trading platforms [9].

The deal is expected to close soon, with Tether retaining a minority stake. While the company has previously invested in crypto projects across Europe and Latin America, this move represents a key step in its ongoing strategy to build a network of compliant partners. For Bit2Me, the investment brings both financial support and strategic advantages, enabling the platform to scale operations while maintaining high compliance standards [10].

Source: [1]Tether Leads 30M-Euro Investment Round in Spanish ... (https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/08/07/tether-leads-eur30m-investment-round-in-spanish-crypto-exchange-bit2me)

[2]Tether Joins Forces with Bit2Me to Accelerate Growth ... (https://coincentral.com/tether-joins-forces-with-bit2me-to-accelerate-growth-across-continents/)

[3]Tether takes stake in Bit2Me and leads its new funding round (https://cryptobriefing.com/tether-acquires-stake-in-bit2me-leads-30m-funding-round/)

[4]Tether Invests €30M in Bit2Me to Boost EU and Latin ... (https://www.ainvest.com/news/tether-invests-30m-bit2me-boost-eu-latin-american-expansion-2508/)

[5]Tether Acquires Stake in Spanish Exchange Bit2Me ... (https://crypto-economy.com/tether-acquires-stake-in-spanish-exchange-bit2me-in-e30m-deal/)

[6]Tether Acquires Stake in Bit2Me, Leads €30M Funding ... (https://coinpedia.org/crypto-live-news/tether-acquires-stake-in-bit2me-leads-e30m-funding-round/)

[7]Tether Bit2Me Investment: A Game-Changing €30M Boost ... (https://bitcoinworld.co.in/tether-bit2me-investment/)