Why Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino is suddenly everywhere—and what USAT means for stablecoin regulation and competition.
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Why Tether’s CEO Is Everywhere Right Now
Tether CEO's Bold U.S. Pivot Explained Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino is dominating financial headlines because his company just launched USAT, a U.S.-regulated stablecoin designed to comply with new federal rules and challenge Circle's dominance. After years of avoiding American regulators amid scrutiny over transparency, Ardoino is now meeting with White House officials and law enforcement agencies—signaling a dramatic strategic shift as traditional finance giants like Fidelity enter the stablecoin race. Credit: Camilo Freedman/Bloomberg / Getty Images The timing isn't accidental. With Congress finalizing stablecoin legislation and federal agencies tightening oversight, Tether recognizes that long-term growth requires regulatory legitimacy. USAT—issued through Anchorage Digital Bank—represents Tether's first product built specifically for the U.S. market, separate from its $187 billion USDT token that remains popular globally but falls short of emerging American compliance st…
