Tether to wind down gold-backed aUSDT, sets Sept. 17, 2026 redemption deadline

Tether said it will deactivate its Alloy by Tether platform and stop issuing aUSDT, removing a rare gold-linked stablecoin experiment from the market. aUSDT holders have until 17 September 2026 to redeem their tokens and exit positions. The decision follows the company’s renewed focus on higher-liquidity assets.