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Story: Tether and Circle Mint $7B in Stablecoins to Stabilize Post-Crash Market

By James Thorp

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Increased Stablecoin Mint Helps Soften Blow of Market Crashes. Tether and Circle are well-known for their ability to mint new stablecoins in response to market…

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Bullish Signals and Institutional Preparation. While the immediate reaction to the crash may seem bearish, the increase in stablecoin mints…

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Growing Concerns from the IMF and Financial Institutions. Despite the positive sentiment surrounding stablecoins, not all institutions are in favor of their…

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The Growing Threat to Traditional Banks. Standard Chartered also highlighted the growing risks that stablecoins pose to traditional…

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The Path Forward for Stablecoins. The surge in stablecoin minting by Tether and Circle comes at a crucial time for the broader…

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The cryptocurrency market witnessed significant turbulence on October 11, 2025, following a sharp market crash that sent ripples through the sector.

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Tether and Circle are well-known for their ability to mint new stablecoins in response to market conditions, especially during periods of heightened volatility.

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Stablecoins, by design, are pegged to traditional fiat currencies like the U.S. dollar, making them a critical tool in times of market distress.

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Stablecoin issuers like Tether and Circle play an integral role in the crypto ecosystem. By expanding the supply of stablecoins, they ensure that traders, institutions, and…

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Tether's most recent mint of $1 billion USDT within just eight hours of the crash highlights the urgency with which these companies are working to ensure stability.

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While the immediate reaction to the crash may seem bearish, the increase in stablecoin mints suggests a more bullish sentiment in the long run.

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The minting of these stablecoins is not just about stabilizing the market; it also points to preparations for increased market activity.

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Konstantin Vasilenko, co-founder of Paybis, emphasized that stablecoins are becoming central to the shift from speculative investments to real utility in the crypto sector.

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As stablecoins gain traction, businesses and individuals are increasingly adopting them as a means of payment.

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The IMF also warned that the rise of stablecoins could limit the ability of central banks to control inflation and liquidity.

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