Abu Dhabi Regulator Approves USDT on Nine Blockchains as Tether Expands Into Robotics

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ADGM Expands USDT Approval to More Blockchains

Abu Dhabi Global Market has expanded its recognition of Tether’s USDT, allowing the stablecoin to be used in regulated activities across several major blockchain networks. The Financial Services Regulatory Authority approved USDT as an Accepted Fiat-Referenced Token on TON, TRON, Polkadot, Near, Aptos, Celo, Cosmos, Kaia and Tezos.

The decision gives ADGM-licensed firms permission to support stablecoin services on these networks. It follows earlier approvals for Ethereum, Solana and Avalanche, creating a broad multi-chain base for USDT within one of the most established digital-asset regulatory zones.

The move came after extended discussions between Tether and ADGM regulators. Authorities reviewed Tether’s operational practices and oversight framework before expanding approval. With the updated recognition, firms in Abu Dhabi’s financial free zone can now use USDT for trading, settlement and blockchain-based applications across more networks while remaining under regulated conditions.

Tether Invests in Italian Humanoid Robotics Firm

In a separate development, Tether Investments announced an investment in Generative Bionics. The funding round totals seventy million euros and is aimed at accelerating the development of intelligent humanoid robots designed for industrial use, human-machine interaction and advanced AI capabilities.

The firm has brought together around 70 engineers and AI specialists from IIT, creating a technical team with decades of combined experience in robotics and physical AI.

The company plans to use the funding to advance its humanoid platform, build its first production facility and prepare for early industrial deployment. Initial programs are expected in 2026 across sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, healthcare and retail.

Tether Expands Investments Beyond Digital Assets

Tether said the investment fits its broader strategy of supporting technologies that strengthen global infrastructure. The company has also backed other advanced-tech initiatives, including brain-computer interface research at Blackrock Neurotech and a large GPU-based compute network developed with Northern Data and Rumble.