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Tether to Issue USDT Natively on Bitcoin Using RGB

RGB’s client-side validation anchors proofs to Bitcoin, promising Lightning-ready, private transfers pending wallet and exchange adoption.

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Tether to issue usdt stablecoin on bitcoin’s rgb protocol
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Overview

  • Tether announced it will deploy USDT directly on the Bitcoin network via the RGB protocol, marking the first native launch of a major stablecoin on Bitcoin rather than through sidechains or wrapped tokens.
  • USDT on RGB is designed for lightweight, privacy-preserving transfers, with the ability to hold and send stablecoins alongside BTC in the same wallet and to route payments over the Lightning Network.
  • RGB keeps asset state off-chain on user devices and anchors proofs to Bitcoin transactions, a model intended to reduce on-chain congestion while maintaining Bitcoin’s security guarantees.
  • The RGB stack reached mainnet readiness with version 0.11.1 in July, paving the way for tokenized assets and programmable contracts on Bitcoin and Lightning without base-layer changes.
  • Tether did not provide a rollout timeline, and real-world availability will depend on third-party wallet, exchange, and Lightning integrations, with CEO Paolo Ardoino framing the move as making Bitcoin ready for everyday money use.