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Tether’s USDT is expected to return to the Bitcoin network this month through infrastructure developed by Utexo. The project aims to support private stablecoin transfers, direct BTC-USDT swaps and native bitcoin-backed lending while limiting what appears on Bitcoin’s public ledger.

Bitcoin-backed lending is gaining fresh momentum as lenders move toward overcollateralization, transparency and institutional oversight. Silicon Valley Bank says the sector is emerging from the 2022 credit collapse with stronger foundations and broader institutional support.