Tether Purchases 8,888 BTC as 2026 Starts, Total Holdings Cross 96,000 BTC

In the context of a fear-driven crypto market, many entered 2026 cautiously. Tether, the largest stablecoin issuer, is quietly heading in the opposite route, which has boosted its exposure to Bitcoin.  Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino announced on January 1 that the company had acquired 8,888.8888888 BTC as part of its