Tether, founded in 2014, pioneered fiat-backed digital currencies and operates the USD₮ stablecoin, the largest by trading volume. USD₮ maintains a 1-to-1 peg with traditional currencies such as the US dollar, serving as a core building block in digital finance. The company's stated mission is to create a more open and accessible financial system.
The company's technical work spans blockchain technology, stablecoin infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and brain-computer interfaces. It operates as a remote-first organisation with a global workforce, drawing talent from across the world. Its culture is rooted in early Bitcoin adoption, with an emphasis on financial freedom, decentralisation, and transparency.
Tether reports hundreds of millions of users worldwide. Beyond its flagship stablecoin, the company is investing in AI and neurotechnology, positioning itself at the intersection of digital finance and emerging technology.
