In a potentially landmark deal in the crypto industry, SoftBank and Ark Investment Management are reportedly engaging in talks to invest in Tether’s massive funding round. The stablecoin issuer seeks to raise between $15 billion and $20 billion for about a 3 % equity stake, which would place Tether’s valuation near $500 billion — rivaling the worth of major tech firms.
Cantor Fitzgerald is serving as the lead adviser for this private placement. The inclusion of SoftBank and Ark, both high-profile institutional investors, underscores growing confidence in Tether’s strategy and future direction. While Tether remains dominant in the stablecoin market via USDT, it is now diversifying investments into AI, telecommunications, cloud computing, and real estate as part of its growth roadmap.
This planned capital raise would rank among the largest in crypto, reinforcing Tether’s status as one of the most valuable private firms in digital finance. As the deal is still in early stages, specifics may evolve. However, the involvement of heavyweight names like SoftBank and Ark signals a strong vote of confidence in Tether’s push beyond stablecoins into broader tech and infrastructure domains.
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