According to Paolo Ardoino, Tether has invested $200 million in the digital marketplace Whop, valuing the platform at $1.6 billion. The partnership will integrate Tether's wallet tools into Whop, enabling transactions using USDT and USAT. This move highlights Tether's strategic push to enhance USDT adoption in digital commerce.

According to Milk Road, the trading card market has evolved from local dealings to a global and trustless digital marketplace, reducing instances of misrepresentation such as falsely labeled 'mint condition' cards. This shift signifies a broader trend that could soon extend to other collectible markets like watches, art, and precious metals.