Tether Invests $8 Million in Speed to Advance Lightning Network Payments
Tether leads strategic funding round for Speed, supporting Lightning Network and stablecoin-powered global payment infrastructure. Tether announced on December 16, 2025, a strategic $8 million investment in Speed1, Inc.,...
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