JPMorgan Warns of Risks in Tether’s Crypto Dominance
In a recent research report, JPMorgan (JPM) expressed concerns about the increasing dominance of stablecoin tether (USDT) within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
According to the bank, the growing concentration of tether over the past year is perceived as a drawback for the stablecoin space and the broader crypto landscape.
JPMorgan highlighted the regulatory risks faced by stablecoins in various jurisdictions, emphasizing that tether is particularly vulnerable due to its lack of regulatory compliance and transparency.
Analysts, led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou, suggested that this regulatory uncertainty creates an opportunity for other stablecoins aligned with existing regulations. In this context, USD Coin (USDC), which has filed for a public offering in the U.S., is identified as a potential beneficiary.
The report notes USDC’s proactive approach in expanding across jurisdictions and preparing for upcoming stablecoin regulations.
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The bank acknowledges tether’s recent substantial growth in market cap and market share, attributing it to widespread adoption on both centralized crypto exchanges and decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms.
Tether reported a record-breaking $2.85 billion profit for the previous quarter and disclosed that its flagship token is on the verge of reaching a $100 billion market capitalization. Additionally, JPMorgan points out that tether has capitalized on the “turbulence” experienced by peers like USDC and Binance’s BUSD.
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