- Tether launches an open wallet toolkit to help developers build secure wallets on multiple blockchain networks.
- The toolkit supports both human and AI users across mobile, desktop, and IoT devices for digital asset control.
- Tether aims to boost DeFi access by removing fees and offering tools for custom self-custodial wallet creation.
Tether has launched an open-source Wallet Development Kit (WDK) to increase the number of wallets for digital assets. The toolkit enables developers to create secure self-custodial wallets on various devices and blockchain networks. It works with mobile phones, desktops, servers, and even embedded systems and IoT devices.
The modular structure is such that it allows the development of the wallet to be easier and more flexible. It accepts numerous blockchain ecosystems such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, and Lightning Network. The WDK also integrates Tether’s USDT0 network-scaling technology, which helps with liquidity and seamless cross-chain operations.
Push Toward Decentralized Finance Infrastructure
This release is part of Tether’s broader strategy to boost decentralized finance (DeFi) infrastructure. By removing licensing fees and proprietary restrictions, the company aims to give full control to developers and organizations. The WDK is built to support DeFi, payments, gaming, savings, and prediction markets.
It includes customizable templates, widgets, and secure key management tools. Developers can use the toolkit to streamline wallet interfaces while abstracting away complex processes like gas fees and bridge mechanics. The framework is designed to be adaptable for both consumer apps and institutional use.
Use Cases Include AI and Autonomous Systems
The WDK is not limited to human users. It also enables AI agents and autonomous systems to build or use wallets independently. From smartphones to automated bots, the toolkit allows machines to manage digital assets directly. Tether sees this as a step toward machine-level financial autonomy.
The toolkit’s modular design lets developers tailor wallet functions to specific needs. These can range from savings apps to trading systems or IoT devices. The structure aims at providing ease of use and safety that does not rely on third-party services.
Ongoing Projects and Ecosystem Expansion
Projects like Rumble Wallet and Tether’s own self-custodial wallet are already using the WDK. Moreover, Tether partnered with Rumble to launch a crypto wallet promoting USAT stablecoin adoption across 51 million U.S. users. This shows the framework’s scalability across different platforms and use cases. Tether also recently invested in Zengo Wallet, a seedless self-custodial crypto wallet.
The investment aligns with the company’s push for greater financial inclusion. It also reinforces Tether’s focus on reducing risks tied to centralized systems. At the same time, the company has been expanding stablecoin payment solutions for retail use. Earlier this year, Tether acquired a minority stake in Italy’s Juventus Football Club.
By opening the WDK to the public, Tether positions itself within the growing multi-chain wallet development space. The initiative highlights its intention to provide universal tools for decentralized finance, accessible across both human and machine environments.
