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Tether Launches USAT Stablecoin, Appoints Bo Hines as U.S. Division Head
- Tether introduced a new U.S.-regulated, dollar-backed token called USAT.
- Bo Hines was appointed as the head of Tether's American division.
- Anchorage Digital will issue the token, and Cantor Fitzgerald will manage the reserves.
- The token aims to comply with the GENIUS Act, setting federal rules for stablecoin issuers.
- USAT is targeted at U.S. businesses and institutions, emphasizing compliance and transparency.
- Tether's existing USDT stablecoin is a $169 billion asset popular in emerging markets.
- USAT will debut later this year, according to Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino.