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Tether Axes Gold-Backed aUSDT Stablecoin, Boosts Focus on USDT and XAUT
Tether explicitly announced it is winding down the gold-backed derivative stablecoin aUSDT. The token will be discontinued, likely leading to a total loss of value and utility, making the asset bearish for holders.
Catalysts
- ▼ Tether's official decision to cease aUSDT operations to refocus on core products.
Risk Factors
- ▲ Unexpected reversal if Tether changes plans or finds a buyer for the product line.
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What happens to aUSDT after Tether winds it down?
The token will be decommissioned, and its trading will cease. Holders will need to redeem or convert their holdings, likely through a process managed by Tether, resulting in the effective termination of the asset.
Will aUSDT be delisted from exchanges?
Yes, as Tether stops supporting aUSDT, it will be delisted from all exchanges where it currently trades, and liquidity will dry up entirely.