
USDT's share of APAC stablecoin payments falls from 98% to 91%, Ripple's RLUSD gains
- —USDT's APAC stablecoin payment share fell from 98% to 91% since early 2025
- —Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan and Australia tightened stablecoin rules
- —Ripple's RLUSD benefits from demand for compliance-focused coins
- —XRP trades near $1.36, down 4.56% in 24 hours
Why it matters: Regulatory pressure across Asia could accelerate a shift in payment flows from USDT to stablecoins that meet new compliance standards.
Source: Siam Blockchain