Tether aims to become the largest Bitcoin miner by the end of the year to mine billions across more than 15 global sites and protect BTC-backed reserves.
Genius acts are stitched together to comply with new US rules or withdraw from the market. US-based Stablecoin is currently underway to meet regulatory requirements.
Tether, the publisher of the world’s largest Stablecoin USDT, is preparing for a dramatic change in its strategy. While regulatory pressure is being built under the newly passed genius law in the US, CEO Paolo Aldoino has revealed a bold plan to make Tether the world’s largest Bitcoin miner by the end of 2025.
When the Senate passed “genius acts,” Paolo expressed optimism. He believes the law will create a global compliance framework for stubcoins both domestically and internationally. Tether plans to launch a new onshore tab coin tailored for the US market, with current USDT tokens tailored to these new standards.
From stubcoins to mining powers
Speaking about his recent Bankless Podcast with Ryan Sean Adams, Ardoino shared that Tether has invested heavily in Bitcoin mining, along with AI, telecommunications and data center ventures. With over $10 billion in Bitcoin Holdings, Ardoino highlighted the importance of protecting the network that underpins Tether’s balance sheet. By becoming a top minor, Tether wants to protect its profits from the risk of potential manipulation and centralization. Ardoino confidently said, “Realistically, by the end of the year, Tether will be the biggest Bitcoin miner there.”
Billion Dollar Mining Bet
Despite fierce competition with established mining giants such as the marathon digital platform and the riot platform, Tether has made great strides through partnerships with Latin American governments, including El Salvador, Paraguay and Uruguay. With over 15 mining facilities already under its belt, the company is quietly pouring billions into expanding its mining infrastructure. Still, questions remain as Tether hasn’t yet disclosed its total share of Bitcoin hashrate.
Genius forces strategic change
Tether aims to lead the mining industry, but is forced to navigate the new regulatory hurdles in the US of Genius Act, passed in June 2025, demanding full backup support, AML/KYC compliance and transparency from all stubcoin issuers. Tether has 18-36 months to comply or face expulsion from the US market.
Conversely, the company worked with the US Department of Justice to help freeze illegal funds using blockchain surveillance systems. He said Tether is working with over 250 law enforcement agencies, an unparalleled record in the Crypto world.
What’s next?
Tethers must choose to meet US standards for the USDT update, launch new regulated stubcoin, or withdraw from the US market. Meanwhile, competitors like USDC and RLUSD are ready to take advantage of any mistake. Overall, it is clear that Tether is no longer a stablecoin publisher, but a major player who makes big bets on Bitcoin infrastructure.
