Tether, the world’s biggest issuer of stablecoins, is looking to raise a significant amount of money. The company, working with Antalpha Platform Holding, aims to collect at least $200 million. This money would fund a new firm focused on digital assets.
This new company, called a Digital Asset Treasury (DAT), has a clear goal. It plans to gather a lot of XAUT tokens, also known as Tether Gold. XAUT is special because it’s backed by physical gold. It has become a popular choice recently, offering a different option from regular stablecoins. Tether reported in July that about 250,000 XAUT tokens were circulating. These tokens represent over 7.66 tons of gold. Expanding these kinds of digital assets helps build trust in stable-value products within the crypto world.
💰🚀 Tether busca recaudar USD $200 millones para crear una firma de tesorería enfocada en oro tokenizado
La emisión de stablecoins se une a Antalpha para financiar este proyecto.
El objetivo es acumular Tether Gold (XAUT), un activo respaldado por oro físico.
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— Diario฿itcoin (@Blaze Trends)
Antalpha’s Role and Bitmain Ties
Antalpha Platform, based in Singapore, is a major player in financial services for crypto assets. Its involvement here isn’t a one-off. Antalpha is a key partner of Bitmain Technologies, a Chinese manufacturer. Bitmain makes more than 80% of the world’s Bitcoin mining machines, according to data from Cambridge University cited by Bloomberg.
Tether and Antalpha have grown closer this year. In May, Tether bought an 8.1% stake in Antalpha after its initial public offering. Then, in September, the two companies announced a partnership. They planned to offer loans backed by XAUT and provide infrastructure solutions.
The Rise of Digital Asset Treasuries
Companies that hold digital assets in their treasuries have become more important lately. These firms are designed to collect specific assets and help their ecosystems grow. For Tether, this plan aims to make XAUT an attractive product. Investors in this market often look for safe places to put their money, especially in assets backed by real-world goods.
The increase in Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs) shows a bigger trend. More traditional financial groups are adopting digital assets. These assets combine the stability of old-school goods with the quickness and openness of Blockchain technology. For Tether, this move expands its offerings beyond its main stablecoin, USDT. It also attracts investors interested in gold that exists digitally.
What’s Next for XAUT and Digital Gold
People are getting more interested in products like Tether Gold. This is because there’s a growing global need to keep value safe when financial markets are uncertain. Having physical gold backing combined with easy digital transfers creates a link between traditional finance and the crypto world.
If Tether and Antalpha succeed in raising the money, it could set a new standard. It might lead to more big partnerships around tokenized assets. It would also cement Singapore’s position as an important hub for blockchain financial tools in Asia. This project underlines an idea: gold-backed assets are not just another investment. They are a core part of how digital treasury systems are changing.
According to a report from Bloomberg, which cited anonymous sources, the entity’s purpose would be to accumulate the XAUT token.