Tether Expands XAUt Gold Stablecoin to TON
Tether's XAUt Gold Stablecoin Goes Omnichain
Tether has partnered with the TON Foundation to launch XAUt0, an omnichain version of its gold-backed stablecoin, XAUt, on The Open Network (TON). This expansion significantly increases the token's accessibility across various blockchains.
Built using LayerZero's Omnichain Fungible Token standard, XAUt0 facilitates seamless transfers between blockchains without the need for wrapping or intermediary chains. This enhances efficiency and reduces complexities for users.
XAUt's Market Position and Backing
The original XAUt, currently available only on Ethereum, holds the leading position as the largest gold stablecoin by market capitalization, boasting over $832 million (as of June 2, 2025, according to CoinGecko). This is closely followed by Pax Gold (PAXG) with a market cap of $811 million. Tether's attestation report for Q1 2025 reveals that over 7.7 tons of physical gold, stored in a Swiss vault, backs XAUt.
Following USDT0's Success
XAUt0's launch mirrors Tether's successful deployment of USDT0, an omnichain version of its USDt stablecoin, across Optimism's Superchain. This strategy showcases Tether's commitment to expanding its stablecoin offerings across multiple ecosystems. Tether also deployed USDt on the TON blockchain in April 2024.
Gold's Rising Value
Gold's value has surged in 2025, reaching $3,304 per ounce on May 30th, a 29.5% increase year-over-year. This rise is largely attributed to global economic uncertainty and ongoing trade wars. Gold ETFs have also seen significant gains, with top funds experiencing increases of over 25% year-to-date. This increased demand for gold makes Tether's omnichain gold token a compelling option for investors.
Tether's XAUt0 will directly compete with existing gold ETFs and traditional gold investment instruments, providing investors with an additional, blockchain-based option.
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