... industry: it’s easy to exchange Bitcoin or Ethereum for “dollars” and vice versa, without leaving the blockchain's confines. Many exchanges use stablecoins as the base currency for trading pairs – for instance, instead of quotes in USD or EUR, altcoins are priced in USDT. Thus, Tether plays a critically important role in the liquidity of the cryptocurrency market. Popularity and Prospects: By April 2025, Tether firmly holds a place among the top three cryptocurrencies by market capitalization, remaining the largest stablecoin in the world. Its capitalization hovers around tens of billions of dollars, and ...

... $0.89 (-19%). In other words, after the initial "rocket" rise, a wave of profit-taking ensued. Such volatility underscores that, despite the prospects for digital assets, the market continues to respond to political signals. For the crypto market and regulation, the incident carries dual effects. On one hand, attention to altcoins has increased: short-term investments were validated by sharp news-driven momentum, and the mere discussion of a "crypto reserve" enhances the investment appeal of digital assets. Some analysts and market participants (including representatives ...

... exchanges, and protocols, creating a network effect. Demand Factors. There are several key sources of demand for Tether: Crypto Trading and Exchange Liquidity. Most major exchanges, especially those outside the US, use USDT as a base currency in pairs with altcoins. Traders hold a portion of their capital in USDT to quickly respond to market opportunities. Trading volumes in USDT pairs often exceed those with fiat dollars or other stablecoins, further solidifying Tether's role. During periods of market volatility, demand for USDT increases: when prices drop, investors exit cryptocurrency ...

... bear market? An overview of key events and predictions from Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. The Market is Experiencing Significant Changes Leading to Global Growth — Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget Introduction. At the beginning of 2025, the cryptocurrency market experienced an unprecedented surge: Bitcoin's price exceeded $100,000 for the first time, and numerous altcoins reached record highs. Countries began to discuss the widespread adoption of cryptocurrencies and even the formation of national Bitcoin reserves, granting digital coins a semi-official status. However, by the end of April 2025, the crypto market ...

... its inception). The platform may fail, or you may not receive your money back on time. Liquidity: Low—invested funds are "frozen" for the duration of the loans (typically 1-3 years). Early exit is only possible through the secondary loan market (possibly at discounts). Taxes: Interest from P2P loans is subject to PIT at 13%. Cryptocurrencies Profitability: Potentially very high. In 2024, Bitcoin's price rose by 60% in the first quarter, and many altcoins saw even greater increases. Risks: Extreme volatility and uncertainty. Cryptocurrency prices can rise or fall by tens of percent in a single day. Additionally, there are no guarantees—you could lose money due to hacks, fraud, or regulatory ...