Tether backs http:/Gold.com with $150M deal @Tether is investing $150 million to acquire a 12% stake in http:/Gold.com, partnering to integrate its XAU₮ gold token and expand access to both digital and physical gold. The collaboration will allow users to purchase physical gold using $USDT, aiming to bridge crypto rails with traditional precious metals markets. XAU₮ is backed by around 140 tonnes of physical gold and commands roughly 60% of the $5.5B gold stablecoin market, a clear push by Tether toward stability focused, real world assets.