Tether Backs Payments Startup Speed In Push For Everyday USDT Use

Tether has taken another step toward expanding the real-world utility of its USDT stablecoin, leading an $8 million investment in payment infrastructure startup Speed. The funding round was announced on December 16, 2025, and reflects Tether’s broader effort to move stablecoins beyond trading venues and into everyday payment flows. source: https://www.ethnews.com/tether-backs-payments-startup-speed-in-push-for-everyday-usdt-use/