WLFI has integrated its USD1 stablecoin onto Bitcoin’s Thunderbolt Network, marking the first major stablecoin deployment on Bitcoin’s mainnet since Tether discontinued Omni Layer support. This strategic move enhances Bitcoin’s payment functionality by enabling rapid and efficient stablecoin transactions directly on the blockchain.
USD1 now dominates Thunderbolt Network activity, accounting for over 90% of its transaction volume. This substantial market share reflects strong user confidence and adoption, positioning the stablecoin as a critical infrastructure component for improving Bitcoin’s liquidity and utility among both retail and institutional users.
The integration coincides with Bitcoin’s notable price resilience, with values exceeding $107,000 amid a 31.96% quarterly increase. Market analysts partially attribute this strength to USD1’s network integration. Backed by U.S. treasuries, USD1’s regulatory-compliant framework may further accelerate institutional adoption of Bitcoin-based stablecoin transactions.