Tether Faces Pressure as GENIUS Act Nears U.S. Stablecoin Regulation

  • Tethers USDT, the worlds largest stablecoin with over $155 billion in circulation, may soon face compliance challenges under a landmark U.S. regulationthe GENIUS Act (Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins of 2025). As the bill heads to the House after likely Senate passage, stablecoin issuers offering tokens to U.S. users could be required to register with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, maintain U.S.-based reserves, and undergo monthly audits.