TLDR
- Tether has minted $8 billion worth of USDT in just eight days on the Ethereum and Tron networks.
- The surge in issuance reflects rising demand for stablecoins amid ongoing market consolidation.
- Tether added $1 billion USDT to the Tron network four hours ago, bringing Tron’s total to $71.4 billion.
- Ethereum still leads with $72.8 billion USDT in circulation.
- The combined USDT supply on Ethereum and Tron has grown by $8 billion since April 28.
Tether (USDT) has minted $8 billion USDT in just eight days across the Ethereum (ETH) and Tron networks. The surge in issuance highlights growing demand for stablecoins amid market consolidation. This development may offer liquidity support for a potential crypto market breakout.
Tether Mints $8 Billion Since April
According to a post by Spot On Chain on X (formerly Twitter), Tether added another $1 billion USDT to the Tron network four hours ago during its aggressive market development. The recent transaction increased the USDT supply on Tron to $71.4 billion, which brought Tron closer to matching Ethereum’s stablecoin supply. The Tron network could eventually beat Ethereum’s USDT supply dominance when it reaches $1.4 billion more funds.
Tether minted an additional 1B $USDT on Tron ~4 hours ago!
Since April 28 (8 days ago), #Tether has minted 4B $USDT on both #Ethereum and #Tron.
Follow @spotonchain for more updates now! https://t.co/SeKwCj1byN pic.twitter.com/xxPA6IosmB
— Spot On Chain (@spotonchain) May 6, 2025
Tron has maintained a competitive rivalry with Ethereum to become the leading platform for USDT issuance, although their lead has alternated periodically. After this expansion, on-chain liquidity has been steadily rising across both networks. The availability of stablecoins supports various DeFi operations and trading functions on the network.
On-chain reports demonstrate that Tether has issued an additional $8 billion in USDT tokens on the Ethereum and Tron networks since April 28. The rising volume of on-chain liquidity demonstrates steady and prolonged growth across the Ethereum and Tron networks.
Tether Balances USDT Across Two Chains
Ethereum remains the leading USDT host with $72.8 billion in circulation, slightly ahead of Tron’s latest figures. Despite this, the increasing pace of Tron issuance suggests growing competition for dominance. Ethereum’s role remains strong due to its widespread DeFi integration and institutional adoption.
Ethereum continues to support large transaction volumes, complex smart contracts, and secure environments preferred by many protocols. However, high gas fees often push traders to alternatives like Tron. The steady rise in Tron’s USDT supply reflects user preference for cheaper, faster stablecoin transfers.
Tether’s recent minting strategy favors scalability and broader network access, boosting liquidity in Ethereum and Tron markets. The firm’s balanced issuance supports both retail and institutional users. With nearly equal supply on both chains, the race for dominance remains tight.
USDT Supply Hits Record $149 Billion
Tether’s total USDT supply has reached an all-time high of $149.4 billion, an 8.6% increase since early 2025. Solana is the third-largest network, hosting $1.9 billion USDT in circulation. While its market share is smaller, Solana remains relevant in the broader ecosystem.
The growth in total USDT supply has strengthened Tether’s market leadership. It now holds 61% of the total stablecoin share. The consistent rise in minting reflects increasing demand across decentralized platforms. This expanding circulation supports greater trading volume and market activity.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino confirmed the firm’s plans to introduce an AI-powered tool for decentralized apps, named “Tether AI.”
https://t.co/qQkox6AfNg coming soon pic.twitter.com/1FZonsW5nq
— Paolo Ardoino 🤖 (@paoloardoino) May 5, 2025
This move is expected to boost activity in USDT and Bitcoin transactions. Additionally, market conditions, including possible interest rate cuts, suggest a favorable environment for a crypto rally.
