Key Highlights
- The stablecoin issuer acquired an additional $70M in Bitcoin, transferring 951 BTC from Bitfinex into its dedicated reserve wallet
- Total Bitcoin holdings for Tether have reached 97,141 BTC, valued at approximately $7.16 billion
- Acquisitions follow a 2023 policy allocating up to 15% of realized operating profits toward Bitcoin purchases
- Corporate treasury leader Strategy purchased 13,927 BTC valued at $1 billion on April 13, expanding holdings to 780,897 BTC
- Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $411 million in net inflows on April 14, with BlackRock’s IBIT leading at $213.8 million
The company operating the USDT stablecoin has expanded its Bitcoin reserve by an additional $70 million. On-chain tracking from Arkham Intelligence verified the transaction on April 15, 2026.
The operation consisted of 951 BTC being moved from Bitfinex and deposited into a wallet designated as “Tether: BTC Reserve.” CEO Paolo Ardoino has previously authenticated this wallet address.
The reserve wallet’s balance now stands at 97,141 BTC. Based on prevailing market rates, this represents approximately $7.16 billion in value. The firm declined to provide commentary on the transaction.
This acquisition aligns with a framework Tether established in 2023. According to this framework, the organization directs as much as 15% of its realized operating earnings toward Bitcoin accumulation. No external funding is used for these acquisitions.
The company disclosed over $10 billion in net earnings for 2025. Revenue drivers included expansion of USDT circulation and returns from U.S. Treasury instrument holdings.
USDT maintains its position as the dominant stablecoin globally, commanding a market capitalization near $185 billion. The issuer maintains up to $141 billion in U.S. government securities within its reserve structure, alongside $6.3 billion in surplus reserves against total liabilities of $186.5 billion.
Beyond Bitcoin, the organization has diversified into additional asset classes. Recent disclosures revealed $17.4 billion allocated to gold holdings, reflecting a broader diversification strategy.
Corporate Bitcoin Accumulation Gains Momentum
The stablecoin issuer isn’t alone in expanding Bitcoin holdings. Strategy, the predominant corporate Bitcoin treasury operator, acquired 13,927 BTC on April 13, 2026. The transaction totaled approximately $1 billion.
Strategy’s cumulative position now encompasses 780,897 BTC. The firm maintains an overwhelming lead as the top corporate Bitcoin holder globally.
Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds also experienced substantial capital inflows on April 14. Aggregate inflows across all Bitcoin ETF products reached $411 million during that session. BlackRock’s IBIT product captured $213.8 million in fresh capital.
This followed a $291 million outflow episode the previous trading day. Market observers attributed the reversal to encouraging U.S. Producer Price Index figures and reduced geopolitical tensions surrounding U.S.-Iran diplomatic discussions.
Market Volatility Persists Despite Institutional Demand
Notwithstanding substantial institutional acquisition activity, Bitcoin’s valuation has faced downward pressure. The digital asset declined below $74,000 during the 24-hour window after these purchase announcements.
The timing of Tether’s latest accumulation indicates it may represent the company’s first-quarter 2026 buying cycle. Historical patterns show the firm typically executes Bitfinex withdrawals following quarterly reporting periods.
Should Tether operate as a public entity, it would secure the position of second-largest Bitcoin holder worldwide, trailing only Strategy, based on data from bitcointreasuries.net.
