Georgian government taps Tether to launch national currency stablecoin GEL₮
The Georgian government has partnered with Tether to launch GEL₮, a stablecoin linked to the Georgian Lari. This initiative positions Georgia among the first countries to implement a national currency on blockchain technology. The project aims to enhance financial transactions and support fintech innovation in the region.
- ▪Tether plans to introduce GEL₮ in collaboration with the Government of Georgia.
- ▪The stablecoin will enable cheaper transactions and faster settlements.
- ▪The initiative is expected to support fintech innovation and broader access to digital financial services.
4 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 5 hours. All of the coverage we found sits in one bucket: centre. That one-sidedness is itself worth noticing.
- ▪ Tether Plans Georgian Lari Stablecoin in Sovereign Currency Partnership — Yahoo Finance
- ▪ Tether plans to launch GELT, an "official" stablecoin representing the Georgian lari, with the support of Georgia's government in an unusual partnership (Reuters) — Techmeme
- ▪ Tether plans GELT stablecoin launch with support from Georgian government — The Block (Crypto)
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