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ADGM approves USDT use across nine additional blockchains
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Recognition covers Aptos, Celo, Cosmos, Kaia, Near, Polkadot, Tezos, TON, TRON
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Builds on earlier approvals for Ethereum, Solana and Avalanche
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Strengthens Abu Dhabi’s position as a regulated digital asset hub
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Announcement coincides with Binance receiving full ADGM authorization
USDT Gains Multi-Chain Recognition in Abu Dhabi
Tether announced that USDT has been formally recognized as an accepted fiat-referenced token across nine major blockchains within Abu Dhabi Global Market. Licensed institutions operating in the financial free zone can now support regulated USDT activity on Aptos, Celo, Cosmos, Kaia, Near, Polkadot, Tezos, TON and TRON. This approval expands USDT’s footprint within the UAE’s leading financial center and enhances interoperability across several of Tether’s key networks.
ADGM Strengthens Regulated Digital Finance
ADGM operates under an independent regulatory framework overseen by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority, making it one of the most respected jurisdictions for digital asset oversight. Tether highlighted that the expanded recognition provides a multi-chain foundation for regulated trading, settlement, payments and decentralized application activity involving USDT. The move aligns with Abu Dhabi’s strategy to become a global hub for compliant crypto finance.
Binance Also Secures Full ADGM Licensing
The announcement comes as Binance revealed it has secured full authorization to operate Binance.com under the ADGM framework. The exchange will operate through three licensed entities spanning exchange, clearing and broker-dealer functions. Pending final steps, Binance will begin regulated operations in early January 2026, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s rapid rise as a global center for institutional crypto infrastructure.
