Skip to content
Back to Blog
Ecosystem Updates

USDT0Now Liveon Rootstock

Read Time: 2 mins
Rootstock Integrates USDT0 to Unlock BTCFi at Scale

Rootstock, the most secure Bitcoin DeFi (BTCFi) layer, is now home to USDT0, the omnichain deployment of Tether’s USDT. 

This integration connects the world’s most trusted stablecoin with Bitcoin’s most secure BTCFi layer, offering a unified and composable dollar asset for Rootstock’s fast-growing DeFi ecosystem.

Why This Matters

With LayerZero connectivity previously live on Rootstock, users were already benefiting from direct access to thousands of applications on leading blockchains. 

And now with USDT0 live on Rootstock via LayerZero’s OFT standard, Rootstock users and developers can now access native, omnichain USDT, backed 1:1 by Ethereum-based USDT, directly.

Why USDT0 Chose Rootstock

Rootstock is the most secure BTCFi chain, combining the security of Bitcoin’s proof-of-work with full EVM compatibility, and a diverse BTCFi ecosystem including Sovryn, Tropykus, Midas and Mynt that are already using Rootstock to deliver Bitcoin-backed loans, perpetuals, and yield opportunities.

And when it comes to the technology, Rootstock provides the standard for sidechains including:

  • The PowPeg: The most secure bridge to Bitcoin, secured by >80% of Bitcoin’s hashrate via merged mining
  • Fast block times (20-25s) and low fees
  • Integrated RIF Services Layer for identity, payments, and cross-chain communication 

Now, with the addition of USDT0, Rootstock becomes the most composable, capital-efficient environment to build and trade on Bitcoin.

What USDT0 Unlocks on Rootstock

  • Unified Liquidity: USDT0 moves natively across chains and apps, removing fragmentation and powering deeper liquidity on DEXs.
  • Simplified UX: No need for wrappers or external bridges. USDT0 reduces friction for users, builders, and protocols alike.
  • Better Trades, Better Tools: With a single, omnichain stablecoin, builders get composability and users get tighter spreads and lower slippage.
  • Scalability by Design: As Rootstock expands into new ecosystems, USDT0’s OFT standard makes it easy to scale liquidity across networks. 

Building the Future of Bitcoin-Backed Finance

USDT0 marks a critical step in Rootstock’s mission to unlock Bitcoin’s full economic potential. It gives builders a native dollar rail that works seamlessly across chains, and does so without compromising Bitcoin-level security.

For the BTCFi ecosystem, this integration means:

  • More efficient capital markets
  • Better access to liquidity
  • A stronger foundation for building the next generation of onchain financial apps 

Ready to use USDT0 on Rootstock?

Bring your USDT0 to Rootstock via usdt0.to/transfer and start exploring the opportunities  

Recommended articles

Rootstock Blocks Getting Faster: Redefining Difficulty Adjustment

Rootstock Blocks Getting Faster: Redefining Difficulty Adjustment

By Patricio Gallardo Special thanks to research team colleagues whose contributions significantly shaped my ideas on this subject. Tl;dr Rootstock is getting faster, and that means better performance on the most secure Bitcoin DeFi layer.  Shorter block times will make transactions confirm more quickly and improve the overall experience for users and developers. But to […]

Developer Resources
USDT0 on Rootstock: Comprehensive Guide to  Bridging & Use Cases

USDT0 on Rootstock: Comprehensive Guide to Bridging & Use Cases

The news everyone’s been waiting for: USDT0 is now live on Rootstock. USDT0, the omnichain deployment of Tether’s USDT, introduces a seamless way to access Bitcoin-backed loans, perpetuals, and yield opportunities on the most secure BTCFi layer. This guide covers everything you need to know to get started with USDT0 on Rootstock, from setup to […]

User Guides
PowPeg v3.0 Is Live: The Smartest & Most Secure Way to Bitcoin Bridging

PowPeg v3.0 Is Live: The Smartest & Most Secure Way to Bitcoin Bridging

The Best Way to Bridge BTC to Rootstock Just Got Even Better! The latest upgrade to PowPeg, Bitcoin’s most secure and trust-minimized bridge, delivers serious improvements in user experience, institutional access, and wallet compatibility. Seamless wallet support via Reown + WalletConnect Mobile-friendly QR code bridging Advanced control with UTXO selection One-tap bridging with the new […]

Developer Resources