Tether CEO Reveals Company Strategic Layout in the Stablecoin Giant

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino recently gave an interview, sharing the company's development history, investment strategy, and future vision. As the world's largest stablecoin issuer, Tether is building a vast ecosystem through diversified investments.

From Tech Geek to Stablecoin Helmsman

Paolo claims to be a "tech fanatic" with 32 years of programming experience. He initially worked as a senior developer at Bitfinex and later became the CTO of both Bitfinex and Tether, until he was promoted to CEO of Tether in 2023. His philosophy is to create technological systems that can survive even in the worst-case scenarios.

When it comes to Tether's changes in recent years, Paolo stated that the entire industry is still in its early stages. Tether pioneered the concept of "stablecoin" in 2014, experiencing friction with the traditional financial system, but has always insisted on providing dollars to those marginalized by mainstream finance.

Regarding the global influence of stablecoins, Paolo believes that their role is particularly prominent in developing countries. He called on U.S. regulators to provide appropriate protections for overseas issuers like USDT, as these stablecoins are crucial for maintaining the global status of the U.S. dollar.

Improving Livelihood in High Inflation Countries

Paolo pointed out that the success of USDT reflects the poor economic conditions in many countries. In high-inflation countries like Turkey and Argentina, USDT provides a hedge for the public. The widespread use of smartphones and a high proportion of young people are key factors driving the adoption of digital dollars.

Tether is expanding the use of the dollar in various ways. In Africa, the company is building solar-powered financial service kiosks to provide charging and financial services to local residents. By 2030, this network is expected to reach about 30 million households in Africa.

In addition to USDT, Tether has also launched Tether Gold. Paolo believes that beyond Bitcoin, this is the best asset tokenization product they can launch.

Adhere to Ecological Neutrality

Regarding support for different blockchains, Paolo stated that Tether will remain neutral. The company plans to develop an algorithm that automatically routes user funds to the blockchain with the lowest transaction fees and the fastest confirmation speeds. This initiative aims to provide users with a fairer ecosystem.

Start the Billion Dollar Investment Game

Paolo revealed that Tether has earned approximately over 20 billion USD in the past two to three years, most of which has been used for investments. Investment directions include:

1. Expand the distribution network, invest in terminal nodes and payment infrastructure in Africa and Central and South America.
2. Invest in digital distribution platforms, such as the video site Rumble
3. Long-term stable investment, such as the South American agricultural company Adecoagro
4. Bitcoin Mining and Energy Sector Investment
5. Investment in AI infrastructure, such as Northern Data

Paolo emphasized that Tether's independence allows the company to make long-term investments and considerations. For example, the company invested in Blackrock Neurotech, which focuses on brain-machine interfaces, hoping to build an open-source brain operating system.

Tether's "Four Stability" Philosophy

Paolo defines Tether as a "stable company" committed to providing four types of stability to society:

1. Currency Stability: through stablecoins and Bitcoin
2. Communication Stability: Ensuring Freedom of Speech
3. Smart Stablecoin: Prevent AI from being centrally controlled
4. Energy Stability: Establish a Decentralized Energy System

Paolo predicts that in the future, every AI agent will have a self-custody wallet, likely choosing USDT as one of the main currencies. He believes that Tether's success is due to its combination of technological capability, philosophical ideals, and capital advantages.