Tether Dominates Stablecoin Payment Market with 90% Share

Stablecoins are increasingly recognized for their utility in digital payments, with Tether leading the market amid growing institutional interest.

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Summary

Recent data from Artemis indicates that stablecoin transactions reached $94.2 billion from January 2023 to February 2025, with Tether (USDT) preferred for payments. Business-to-business transactions accounted for $36 billion annually, while Tron and Ethereum are the leading blockchains for stablecoin payments. The stablecoin market cap has grown to $247.3 billion, attracting attention from governments and banks, with the U.S. considering regulatory measures.

Terms & Concepts
  • Stablecoin: A type of cryptocurrency designed to maintain a stable value by pegging it to a reserve asset, such as a currency or commodity.
  • USDT (Tether): A widely used stablecoin that aims to maintain a 1:1 value with the U.S. dollar, facilitating various transactions in the crypto market.
  • Tron: A blockchain-based platform known for its high transaction speed and low costs, often used for stablecoin transactions.