Tether Launches USDT0, a Fully On-Chain Stablecoin for Native Cross-Chain Transfers Without Wrapped Tokens

Stablecoin issuer Tether has announced the launch of USDT0, a stablecoin natively designed for multi-chain circulation. Unlike common cross-chain solutions, USDT0 mints native tokens directly on the target chain, removing the need for wrapped tokens and thereby eliminating counterparty risk and liquidity fragmentation. According to the announcement, the token will first enable interoperability among mainstream networks such as Ethereum and Solana, with support for additional chains to follow. In agent payment scenarios, fully on-chain native stablecoins allow machine-to-machine cross-chain settlements to bypass intermediate bridging contracts, reducing compliance risks from contract vulnerabilities or sanctions-contaminated addresses. Moreover, interception and attribution logic before settlement can be executed directly on each chain, aligning with regulatory demands for transparency in fund flows.