Tether (USDT) is the lifeblood of the crypto market, but its history is filled with drama, lawsuits, and innovation. Learn how a small project named “Realcoin” became the most important asset in digital finance.
2014: The Birth of Realcoin
Founded by Brock Pierce, Reeve Collins, and Craig Sellars, the project was originally built on the Bitcoin blockchain using the Omni Layer protocol. It was rebranded to Tether later that year.
2017-2018: The Bitfinex Connection
The Paradise Papers revealed that Tether and the Bitfinex exchange shared the same management. This raised concerns about conflicts of interest and market manipulation, leading to ongoing scrutiny.
2020-Present: The Multi-Chain Era
Congestion on Ethereum forced Tether to expand. Today, USDT exists on Tron, Solana, Ton, and dozens of other chains, making it the first truly interoperable digital dollar.
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