COINDESK SPOTLIGHT: Paolo Ardoino and Tether’s $120B Stablecoin Empire

Oct 1, 2024

Paolo Ardoino, the CEO of Tether, shares crucial insights into the crypto landscape and the mammoth $120 billion stablecoin, USDT. He discusses how USDT acts as a lifeline for those in unstable economies, especially during inflation crises. The conversation dives into Tether's innovative finance practices and its challenges around transparency and auditing. Ardoino addresses regulatory concerns with the new Mika regulations and emphasizes the importance of stablecoins in making finance more accessible for underserved populations.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Innovating Finance: A Journey through Technology

01:36 • 9min

The Rise of USDT: A Global Perspective

10:50 • 22min

Tether's Transparency and Auditing Challenges

32:56 • 9min

Analyzing the Risks of Mika Regulations for Stablecoins

41:37 • 3min

Gratitude for Stablecoin Impact and Growth Insights

44:31 • 2min