Tether Integrates USDT into Bitcoin Network via RGB Protocol
Date: 2025-08-29 Author: Henry Casey Categories: BUSINESS
Tether has officially announced the launch of USDT support in the Bitcoin ecosystem via the RGB protocol. This solution opens up the possibility of storing and transferring the stablecoin along with BTC in one wallet. In addition, users will be able to make transactions even in offline mode, which was previously unavailable for most networks.
According to Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino, Bitcoin deserves its own stablecoin, which will be as organic as possible for its ecosystem - lightweight, secure, scalable and private. This approach should strengthen the position of the first cryptocurrency and expand its functionality.
Today, USDT is already circulating in more than twenty blockchains. Among them are Ethereum, TRON, Solana, Polygon and Avalanche. Now the company is taking a step towards deeper integration with the oldest cryptocurrency, strengthening its potential as a basic platform for digital assets.
RGB is a new protocol launched on the Bitcoin mainnet in 2025. Its purpose is to provide the issuance and management of assets on top of the digital gold network, as well as on the Lightning Network. In essence, the technology allows for a more flexible infrastructure for tokenization and value transfer.
To coordinate the development of the project, the RGB Association was created. It includes major industry players, including Bitfinex, Fulgur Ventures, Plan B Network, Boosty Labs, Kaleidoswap, ThunderStack, Bitcoin Tribe, and LNFI. The association is engaged in promoting the protocol, pooling resources, and developing standards.
Along with adding new networks, the company continues to optimize its presence in the industry. As of September 1, Tether will stop supporting Algorand, Bitcoin Cash SLP, EOS, Kusama, and Omni Layer. The decision is explained by the desire to focus on the most popular and promising blockchains, while ensuring the stability and security of the stablecoin.
The launch of RGB-based USDT could be a significant step for the entire Bitcoin ecosystem, as it marks the first time a stablecoin can natively exist on the digital gold network. This opens up new use cases for BTC and could strengthen its role not only as a store of value, but also as an infrastructure foundation for future financial solutions.
