Tether Gold Captures 60% of Tokenized Gold Market
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: 1d ago- Surging Market Demand: Amid record gold prices, the gold-backed stablecoin market's total capitalization surged from approximately $1.3 billion to over $4 billion in 2025, reflecting a strong investor appetite for safe-haven assets.
- Tether Gold Market Dominance: As of December 31, 2025, Tether Gold holds 520,089.35 fine troy ounces of gold, representing about 60% of the total gold-backed stablecoin market, solidifying its leadership position.
- Institutional Investor Interest: In Q4 2025, Tether added approximately 27 metric tons of gold to its holdings, surpassing the purchases of most central banks, further establishing itself as a major institutional gold accumulator.
- Transparency and Trust: Each XAU₮ token is backed 1:1 by physical gold, with investors able to view the circulating supply, ensuring market trust and liquidity while meeting high standards for tokenized assets.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
