TRON Processes 8.29M USDT Transactions as Network Share Hits 51%

TRON has seen an unprecedented spike in on-chain activity, with over 8.29 million USDT transactions processed in the week ending August 3, 2025, according to Arab Chain, a contributor to CryptoQuant. This represents a significant increase in demand for stablecoin transfers on the TRON network, a system known for its low fees and fast transaction speeds [1]. The bulk of these transactions, 38.66%, ranged between $101 and $1,000, suggesting broad adoption by retail users, online vendors, and remittance service providers. Larger transactions, exceeding $1,000, also saw substantial volume, indicating growing institutional or corporate adoption [1].

The rise in USDT activity coincides with a 20% price increase for TRX over the past 30 days, currently trading at around $0.3392 [1]. This growth appears to be driven by TRON’s expanding role in digital commerce, payroll systems, and cross-border payments, facilitated by its infrastructure that supports high-volume and low-cost stablecoin transactions. The network’s ability to handle both high-frequency and large-value transfers positions it as a key player in the stablecoin ecosystem.

CryptoQuant analyst Burak Kesmeci linked TRX’s momentum to the recent passage of the GENIUS Act in the US on July 18, 2025, which provides a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins. This legislation has created a clearer legal environment for dollar-backed digital assets, encouraging more institutional confidence and usage. Following the Act’s passage, around $1 billion in new USDT was minted on TRON within a short period [1]. This pushed TRON’s share of the circulating USDT supply to 51%, with a total of 83 billion out of 163 billion USDT in circulation [1].

The network’s performance has not gone unnoticed. CoinDCX included TRON in its list of top 10 cryptos to invest in August 2025, citing its scalability and rising DeFi and stablecoin activity [3]. Forbes also ranked TRON as the eighth-largest cryptocurrency on August 7, 2025 [4]. Tether’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, noted that 40% of all blockchain transaction fees globally are attributed to USDT transfers, underlining the token’s central role in the crypto economy [5].

TRON’s recent upgrades, including the integration of the TRUMP token using LayerZero’s OFT standard, have further enhanced its cross-chain capabilities, reducing reliance on wrapped tokens and enabling seamless token transfers [1]. These developments have broadened the network’s appeal, particularly among users seeking real-world on-chain utility. As TRON continues to process record volumes of transactions, its ecosystem is expected to grow in both utility and adoption.

With continued improvements in scalability and cross-chain interoperability, TRON is well-positioned to maintain its leading role in the stablecoin and DeFi landscapes. The growing demand for low-cost, high-volume transactions on the platform suggests that TRON’s role in the broader crypto infrastructure will continue to expand in the coming months.

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[1] TRON Sees Over 8 Million USDT Transactions in One Week, What’s Fueling This? (https://www.newsbtc.com/news/tron-trx/tron-sees-over-8-million-usdt-transactions-in-one-week-whats-fueling-this/)

[2] Tron Profit-Taking Reaches $1.4 Billion As Bull Cycle Veterans Cash Out (https://yellow.com/news/tron-profit-taking-reaches-dollar14-billion-as-bull-cycle-veterans-cash-out)

[3] Top 10 Cryptos To Invest In August 2025 [By Market Cap] (https://coindcx.com/blog/crypto-highlights/top-10-cryptos-2025/)

[4] Top 10 Cryptocurrencies Of August 7, 2025 (https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/cryptocurrency/top-10-cryptocurrencies/)

[5] Latest TETHER News, Opinions and Feed Today (https://www.binance.com/en/square/hashtag/TETHER)