Tether’s continued expansion into Bitcoin signals a strategic integration of digital assets with broader business ventures—indicating a refined approach to corporate crypto risk management.
On March 31, 2025, Tether added 8,888 BTC (worth $735 million) to its reserves, consistent with its quarterly strategy of diversifying reserves.
With this move, Tether now holds 100,521 BTC, making it one of the top corporate holders, with total Bitcoin holdings valued at $8.44 billion.
Long-Term Strategy Reflected in Tether Bitcoin Holdings
According to Arkham Intelligence, Tether transferred the newly acquired Bitcoin to its main wallet from a Bitfinex address on April 1.
In addition to Bitcoin, Tether’s wallets hold $4.75 billion in USDT, $215.89 million in XAUT, $46.17 million in AUSDF, and $27.17 million in EURT.
This aligns with Tether’s pattern of accumulating Bitcoin steadily throughout each quarter and then trimming at the end of the term.
The strategy began in September 2022, with a formal pledge in May 2023 to invest 15% of its quarterly net profits into Bitcoin.
Since then, Tether’s Bitcoin holdings have grown considerably, benefitting from market gains of about $3.86 billion—despite market turbulence.
While Tether profits, Q1 of 2025 was harsh on crypto. Bitcoin dropped nearly 12%, marking its worst Q1 since 2018.
Analysts link the drop to rising U.S. tariffs on Canada and Mexico and overall economic instability.
Currently, Bitcoin trades at around $84,000—down 23% from its high of $109,114 during Donald Trump’s re-election as the 47th U.S. President.
Tether Pushes Back Against JP Morgan’s Concerns Over Reserves
JP Morgan analysts recently raised red flags about Tether’s reserve strength amidst pending U.S. regulations.
They cited two proposed bills—the STABLE Act and the GENIUS Act—which aim to require stablecoins to be fully backed by liquid assets like U.S. Treasuries.
Only 66% of Tether’s reserves meet STABLE Act criteria; 83% align with GENIUS Act standards.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino dismissed the criticisms, saying traditional banks are just wary of Bitcoin exposure.
Tether Reports Strong Profits, Diversifies Beyond Bitcoin
Tether’s Q4 2024 attestation shows $7 billion in reserves and a remarkable $13 billion in profits—strengthened by Bitcoin investments.
Tether Broadens Its Investment Horizons
Tether is also diversifying into new areas such as media, sports, AI, and agriculture.
In February, it acquired a majority stake in Juventus FC and followed that with a €10M investment in Italian media firm Be Water.
It is also exploring control of Adecoagro, a South American agribusiness, and launching AI tools like a translation app, voice assistant, and Bitcoin wallet assistant.
Moreover, it recently backed Zengo Wallet, a user-friendly, secure self-custody solution.
This multi-sector growth strategy highlights Tether’s aim to create a robust financial foundation beyond just digital assets.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How is Tether’s growing Bitcoin reserve influencing the crypto market?
Tether’s massive BTC holdings reduce supply on exchanges, impacting market liquidity, trading patterns, and overall price dynamics—making it a key player in shaping crypto trends.
