In a decisive move to streamline its operations, Tether is concentrating its massive USDT stablecoin supply on high-performing networks, with TRON emerging as the clear beneficiary. The company is ending support for five legacy blockchains, signaling a major strategic pivot that is already creating ripples in the market.
Tether’s strategy is becoming increasingly clear: focus on what works. The stablecoin issuer announced it will cease minting and redeeming its USDT token on the Omni Layer, Bitcoin Cash SLP, Kusama, EOS, and Algorand networks, effective September 1, 2025. This decision follows a comprehensive review of each blockchain’s utility, user adoption, and security.
As these older chains are phased out, TRON is solidifying its position as the go-to platform for USDT. The supply of Tether on the TRON network has swelled to an impressive $81,77 billion, highlighting user and developer preference for its speed, low transaction fees, and scalability.
The TRON Effect: A Proven Catalyst for Growth
This consolidation is more than just a housekeeping measure; it’s a vote of confidence in TRON’s ecosystem. Historically, there has been a strong, positive correlation between the growth of USDT supply on TRON and the price of its native token, TRX.
This pattern was particularly evident during the 2021 bull run. As the USDT supply on TRON surged from approximately $900 million to over $30 billion, the price of TRX skyrocketed from $0,013 to $0,118. Market analysts are now watching closely as this trend appears to be re-emerging, with the recent influx of USDT potentially signaling a renewed bullish phase for TRON.
Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, emphasized that the company is committed to maintaining a robust and innovative stablecoin ecosystem. The move is designed to allocate resources to blockchains that offer the best performance and have the strongest community support, ensuring the long-term stability and utility of USDT.
What This Means for Users
For users holding USDT on the five affected blockchains—Algorand, EOS, Omni Layer, Kusama, and Bitcoin Cash SLP—action is required. Tether has urged holders to redeem or transfer their USDT to a supported network, such as TRON, before the September 2025 deadline. After this date, any remaining USDT on these chains will be frozen, and redemptions will no longer be possible.
This strategic shift underscores a broader trend in the crypto space: the flight to efficiency. As the industry matures, projects and capital are naturally flowing towards platforms that provide the most seamless and cost-effective experience. For now, TRON is reaping the rewards of that migration.
