Tether has announced its return to the Bitcoin ecosystem through Taproot Assets, marking a strategic pivot that could benefit both Bitcoin's Lightning Network and the wider stablecoin landscape. This integration will enable near-instant, low-fee transactions using USDT on the Bitcoin network, particularly in regions with limited financial infrastructure. However, there are concerns about the Lightning Network's ability to handle the increased load of stablecoin transactions without degrading performance or leading to centralization. Joltz, a self-custodial mobile wallet and software development kit, aims to provide the necessary infrastructure support for Taproot Assets. The move to bring stablecoins to Bitcoin is motivated by the high fees and network congestion experienced on other chains like Solana and Tron. The Lightning Network offers scalability and potential for new financial products. Tether's return underscores confidence in Bitcoin's capabilities and may pave the way for further innovation in decentralized finance (DeFi) on Bitcoin.



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