Tether 投资 7.75 亿美元应对欧盟打击 USDT

市场参与者警告称，此举可能会削弱流动性和投资者兴趣，正如美国暗示对数字资产采取更加宽松的立场一样

The European Union's (EU) impending Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) legislation is set to drastically alter the landscape of digital asset trading within the bloc. As the year draws to a close, the EU is ramping up pressure on crypto exchanges to comply with the new regulatory framework by December 30. Among other stipulations, MiCA mandates that stablecoins offered on centralized exchanges be issued by entities holding e-money licenses. This requirement has placed the world's largest stablecoin provider, Tether Holdings Ltd., in a precarious position, as it has yet to obtain such a license.

欧盟 (EU) 即将出台的加密资产市场 (MiCA) 立法将彻底改变欧盟内部数字资产交易的格局。随着今年接近尾声，欧盟正在加大对加密货币交易所的压力，要求其在 12 月 30 日之前遵守新的监管框架。除其他规定外，MiCA 规定，在中心化交易所提供的稳定币必须由持有电子货币许可证的实体发行。这一要求使全球最大的稳定币提供商 Tether Holdings Ltd. 陷入了危险的境地，因为它尚未获得此类许可证。

As a result, several exchanges have already begun phasing out USDT trading pairs in the EU. In April, OKX, one of the world's leading crypto exchanges, removed USDT pairs from its European platform. According to Erald Ghoos, OKX's Europe CEO, clients have largely shifted back to trading fiat pairs following the move.

因此，一些交易所已经开始在欧盟逐步淘汰 USDT 交易对。 4 月，全球领先的加密货币交易所之一 OKX 从其欧洲平台上删除了 USDT 对。 OKX 欧洲首席执行官 Erald Ghoos 表示，此举之后，客户大部分已重新开始交易法定货币对。

"I was quite surprised by that, to be honest," Ghoos said, regarding traders' willingness to adapt. "It's less efficient for them, but they're adapting."

“说实话，我对此感到非常惊讶，”古斯在谈到交易员的适应意愿时说道。 “这对他们来说效率较低，但他们正在适应。”

The move by the EU to increase oversight and curb illicit activities in the crypto markets is understandable. However, some industry insiders argue that the measures could inadvertently erode the region's competitive edge in the burgeoning digital asset landscape.

欧盟加强监管并遏制加密货币市场非法活动的举措是可以理解的。然而，一些业内人士认为，这些措施可能会无意中削弱该地区在蓬勃发展的数字资产领域的竞争优势。

"It could limit the EU's appeal to global traders, especially considering that traders in the region are accustomed to the liquidity and stability provided by USDT," said Usman Ahmad, CEO of Zodia Markets Holdings, a crypto trading firm backed by Standard Chartered Plc.

渣打银行支持的加密货币交易公司 Zodia Markets Holdings 首席执行官乌斯曼·艾哈迈德 (Usman Ahmad) 表示：“这可能会限制欧盟对全球交易者的吸引力，特别是考虑到该地区的交易者已经习惯了 USDT 提供的流动性和稳定性。”

Stablecoins, typically pegged to traditional currencies like the U.S. dollar or euro, serve as fundamental instruments in digital markets. They enable traders to swiftly enter and exit crypto positions or move funds across borders at lower costs compared to fiat currencies. In recent years, stablecoins have also gained traction among firms for settlement and payments, as well as for investors experimenting with tokenized versions of traditional assets.

稳定币通常与美元或欧元等传统货币挂钩，是数字市场的基本工具。与法定货币相比，它们使交易者能够以更低的成本快速进入和退出加密货币头寸或跨境转移资金。近年来，稳定币也受到了结算和支付公司以及尝试传统资产代币化版本的投资者的青睐。

However, stablecoins have faced mounting scrutiny over their potential misuse in illicit activities. Earlier this month, UK authorities reported shutting down Russian networks suspected of channeling billions of dollars for oligarchs and spies, partly using USDT. Tether has stated that it "unequivocally" condemns the criminal use of its tokens and remains committed to fighting illicit activity.

然而，稳定币因其在非法活动中潜在的滥用而面临越来越严格的审查。本月早些时候，英国当局报告关闭了涉嫌为寡头和间谍输送数十亿美元资金的俄罗斯网络，其中部分资金使用了 USDT。 Tether 表示，它“明确”谴责对其代币的犯罪使用，并继续致力于打击非法活动。

Circle Internet Financial Ltd., Tether's main competitor, secured an e-money license in July, enabling it to continue operating its USD Coin (USDC) in the EU. For many traders, the delisting of USDT translates to fewer liquid trading pairs, which could drive up costs.

Tether 的主要竞争对手 Circle Internet Financial Ltd. 于 7 月获得了电子货币许可证，使其能够继续在欧盟运营其美元硬币 (USDC)。对于许多交易者来说，USDT 下架意味着流动性交易对减少，这可能会推高成本。

"Forcing investors to shift away from USDT pairs may cause disruptions and higher transaction expenses," said Pascal St-Jean, CEO of crypto asset manager 3iQ Corp.

加密资产管理公司 3iQ Corp 首席执行官 Pascal St-Jean 表示：“迫使投资者放弃 USDT 货币对可能会导致业务中断和更高的交易费用。”

At the same time, the geopolitical landscape is shifting. After years of regulatory clampdowns by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, President-elect Donald Trump's pro-crypto stance and key appointments suggest a more permissive environment. His victory last month sparked a crypto rally that pushed Bitcoin above $100,000 for the first time, with investors betting on fewer regulatory hurdles in the U.S.

与此同时，地缘政治格局正在发生变化。经过美国证券交易委员会多年的监管打压，当选总统唐纳德·特朗普的支持加密货币立场和关键任命表明了一个更加宽松的环境。他上个月的胜利引发了加密货币反弹，比特币首次突破 10 万美元，投资者押注美国监管障碍将会减少

The contrast is stark: Venture investment in European crypto startups is on track to hit a four-year low in 2024, while North America shows signs of revival. Though a European Central Bank survey indicates crypto ownership within the euro area has more than doubled since 2022, officials cautioned that the true figure remains modest.

对比鲜明：欧洲加密初创公司的风险投资有望在 2024 年触及四年来的低点，而北美则显示出复苏的迹象。尽管欧洲央行的一项调查显示，自 2022 年以来，欧元区的加密货币拥有量增加了一倍多，但官员们警告称，真实数字仍然不大。

Meanwhile, Tether, the leading company in the digital asset industry, has announced a strategic investment of $775 million in Rumble, a prominent video-sharing platform and cloud services provider. This investment comprises a $250 million cash infusion to support Rumble's growth initiatives and a tender offer for up to 70 million shares at $7.50 per share. Following the transaction, Rumble's Chairman and CEO, Chris Pavlovski, will maintain his controlling stake in the company.

与此同时，数字资产行业领先公司Tether宣布对著名视频共享平台和云服务提供商Rumble进行7.75亿美元战略投资。这项投资包括用于支持 Rumble 增长计划的 2.5 亿美元现金注入以及以每股 7.50 美元的价格收购最多 7000 万股股票的要约收购。交易完成后，Rumble 董事长兼首席执行官 Chris Pavlovski 将保持其在公司的控股权。

"This investment reflects our shared values of decentralization, independence, transparency and free expression," said Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether. "The collaboration aligns with Tether's commitment to empowering technologies that promote freedom and challenge centralized systems."

Tether 首席执行官 Paolo Ardoino 表示：“这项投资体现了我们去中心化、独立、透明和自由表达的共同价值观。” “此次合作符合 Tether 致力于增强技术以促进自由并挑战中心化系统的承诺。”

Chris Pavlovski, Rumble's Chairman and CEO, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting the strong connection between the cryptocurrency and free speech communities, both of which are passionate about freedom and decentralization. He also noted that the $250 million cash addition to Rumble's balance sheet will fuel growth initiatives as the company pursues EBITDA breakeven by 2025.

Rumble 董事长兼首席执行官 Chris Pavlovski 表达了对此次合作的热情，强调了加密货币和言论自由社区之间的紧密联系，这两个社区都热衷于自由和去中心化。他还指出，Rumble 资产负债表上增加的 2.5 亿美元现金将推动增长计划，因为该公司力争到 2025 年实现 EBITDA 盈亏平衡。

"We are excited to announce this partnership with Tether, a leading and trusted brand in the digital asset industry," Pavlovski said. "The strong connection between the cryptocurrency and free speech communities and a shared passion for freedom and decentralization brought us together in this partnership."

Pavlovski 表示：“我们很高兴宣布与数字资产行业值得信赖的领先品牌 Tether 建立合作伙伴关系。” “加密货币和言论自由社区之间的紧密联系以及对自由和去中心化的共同热情使我们在这种伙伴关系中走到了一起。”