Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino Reveals Massive USDT Adoption In Bolivia

Paul
June 8, 2025 Updated June 18, 2025
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Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino Reveals Massive USDT Adoption In Bolivia

Highlights

  • In Bolivia, large numbers of consumers are paying for Dairy Milk, Oreo and other retail products using Tether’s USDT.
  • Those in Bolivia seem to prefer using digital dollars because of the constant economic difficulties with the local currency, the Boliviano.
  • Photos shared by Tether's CEO prove that shops in Bolivia are now able to receive payments with Tether's USDT.

There is a significant change happening in shops in Bolivia, as products are priced in the digital currency, USDT. Pictures obtained from these stores show Cadbury Dairy Milk and Oreo packs that display their prices in USDT.

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Economic Changes in Bolivia Lead to Acceptance of Tether’s USDT

CEO of Tether Paolo Ardoino took to social media to make this announcement. He points out that the stablecoin is now incorporated in many aspects of people’s daily life in the country.

A side benefit of this advancement is that commerce benefits from digital money and the economy becomes more stable. Sunglasses and Milka chocolate are some of the popular everyday products shown in the images shared by Ardoino with USDT labels.

According to the Central Bank of Bolivia, some goods can now only be sold using prices in USDT. This means that many the residents are showing more trust in digital coins. This trend is mirrored in the broader crypto market as Ethereum’s price rally.

Now, when shoppers take items from the shelves, they can notice the new prices since the Bolivian Boliviano is no longer used. The move to this approach follows the country’s economic troubles. Unlike the nation’s money, digital money is more stable in value.

Tether stablecoin USDT used in displaying prices

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Bolivia Pioneers Digital Dollars Revolution for Retail

The use of the Tether-issued stablecoin in Bolivian stores means buyers can use digital wallets instead of cash. It leads to a day where technology influences the way we pay for goods.

For experts, this is a major milestone. Hence, they think that Bolivia could inspire other countries to do the same. Digital payments might attract more organizations to start using them. This is especially as platforms like Coinbase slash account freezes by 82%, signaling broader accessibility.

At the same time, it means there’s need to put a policy in place about how the government will supervise this sector. At the moment, many Bolivian residents are already getting familiar with Tether’s USDT prices for their goods.

It appears to be a real breakthrough since it links the latest technology with simple daily needs. Residents may soon have the opportunity to trade their Bolivianos for Tether’s stablecoin using the suggested approach by nation’s apex bank.

This would assist anyone who is not sure about the exchange rate. Once more shops use digital dollars, they would become a normal part of the nation’s commerce industry.

At this moment, Bolivia’s financial economy is shaping a new pathway based on innovation and necessity.

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Paul Adedoyin is a crypto journalist with 4+ years experience who provides timely news, in-depth research, and insightful content to inform and empower his audience. His works have been featured on sites such as CryptoMode, CryptoNewsFlash among others. He holds a degree in Geophysics from OAU, Nigeria. When he's not writing, he loves watching soccer and reading educative journals. He can be reached via [email protected]
Investment disclaimer: The content reflects the author’s personal views and current market conditions. Please conduct your own research before investing in cryptocurrencies, as neither the author nor the publication is responsible for any financial losses.
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