Tether has invested $20 million in the Argentine digital bank Ualá as part of a broader funding initiative aimed at expanding its influence in Latin America's financial sector.
Investment Details
This contribution was revealed as part of Ualá's recent $197 million equity funding round, which was disclosed in March. Tether's participation was not initially quantified, but sources indicate the stablecoin issuer's share amounts to $20 million. Allianz X led this funding round, which also included other investors.
The investment in Ualá follows Tether's recent backing of other Latin American financial platforms, including a $20 million investment in Brazilian exchange Mercado Bitcoin. This move is designed to bolster blockchain infrastructure and expand financial services in the region. Previously, Tether had also led a $14 million Series A round for the Argentine crypto platform Belo, focusing on enhancing crypto payment solutions.
Broader Implications for Tether
Tether's strategy includes promoting the use of its stablecoin, USDT, for real-world financial applications. Recent reports suggest that Bolivian authorities are considering the inclusion of USDT alongside the boliviano and the U.S. dollar in the national payment system to address foreign currency shortages. Local banks, such as Banco Unión and Banco FIE, are already offering services related to USDT.
Furthermore, Tether's pursuit of enhancing enterprise payment infrastructure led to a $7 million funding round for Pact Labs, which aims to integrate stablecoins into payroll systems in the U.S. This initiative seeks to facilitate blockchain-based settlements in a market that handles over $11 trillion in payroll transactions annually.
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