Tether, the company behind the popular stablecoin USDT, announced a massive surplus in its reserves at the end of 2024. An independent audit by BDO Global revealed some interesting details.
A $7 Billion Cushion
The audit showed Tether held roughly $143.7 billion in reserves against liabilities of about $136.6 billion. This leaves a hefty surplus of approximately $7,087,270,541.
Where’s the Money?
The audit breaks down Tether’s reserves as follows:
- Cash and Cash Equivalents: A whopping $118.3 billion, mostly in US Treasury bills.
- Corporate Bonds: A relatively small $14 million.
- Precious Metals: $5.3 billion.
- Bitcoin (BTC): A significant holding of $7.8 billion.
- Secured Loans: $8.1 billion.
- Other Investments: $3.9 billion.
Past Controversies and Transparency
Tether’s reserves have been a subject of scrutiny in the past. In 2022, the company faced a lawsuit questioning the backing of its USDT stablecoin. Tether fought back, arguing the demands for proof were excessive. Currently, Tether maintains a transparency page on its website, updating reserve data daily.
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