Tether, the company behind USDT, is finally shutting down several outdated blockchains — Omni, Bitcoin Cash (BCH), Kusama (KSM), EOS, and Algorand (ALGO).
No new USDT will be issued on these networks, though users can still redeem or swap their existing tokens. The company said it’s streamlining operations to match where the action really happens.
Key details:
- Announced: October 2025
- Chains removed: Omni, BCH, KSM, EOS, ALGO
- Still active: Ethereum, Tron, Solana, Polygon, Avalanche, Near
- Main reason: Low volume, low liquidity, and outdated infrastructure
Omni was once Tether’s home on Bitcoin, but today it accounts for less than 0.1% of USDT in circulation — proof that traders, gamblers, and DeFi users have already moved on.
Layer-2 Networks Become the New Playground
Tether’s next focus is Layer-2 chains like Arbitrum, Optimism, and Base, where transactions are cheaper and throughput fits the speed of modern on-chain gambling, trading, and yield farming.
It’s a natural move — Layer-2s have become the playground for Web3 casinos, sportsbooks, and prediction marketsthat rely on fast deposits and instant withdrawals.
Fast Facts:
- Ethereum + Tron now host over 95% of USDT supply
- Layer-2 adoption could boost real-time betting settlements
- Lower gas fees make micro-bets and jackpots more viable for players
Stablecoin Battle Gets Real
Tether’s cleanup isn’t just about cost — it’s strategy. USDC is gaining ground through banking integrations and compliance, while DAI focuses on decentralization.
Tether, meanwhile, is doubling down on liquidity and accessibility — two traits that make it the stablecoin of choice for most degen ecosystems.
What It Means for On-Chain Players
If you’re still holding USDT on Omni or EOS, you’re basically playing poker on a dead table. The real game is now on Ethereum, Tron, and emerging Layer-2s, where volume, payouts, and jackpots move instantly.
Tether’s pivot signals a clear message: the stablecoin wars are speeding up — and the future belongs to fast movers, not nostalgic chains.
