Tether, the issuer of the world's largest stablecoin USDT, has significantly expanded its international footprint by securing a long-term trademark for its asset tokenization platform, Hadron, in Russia. According to reports from RIA Novosti, the company filed the trademark application with Russia's patent office, Rospatent, in October 2025, with approval granted in January 2026. The trademark protection is valid until October 3, 2035, granting Tether nearly a decade of exclusive brand rights within the Russian jurisdiction.
The trademark covers a broad spectrum of blockchain-based financial services, including cryptocurrency trading, exchange services, payment processing, and transfers. It also extends to financial information and advisory services related to digital assets. The official design features a distorted hexagon containing three smaller hexagons, symbolizing blockchain technology.
This move is a strategic step for Tether, reinforcing its evolution beyond stablecoin issuance. The company launched the Hadron platform in November 2024, which is designed to facilitate the tokenization of real-world assets such as stocks, bonds, and reward points, targeting institutional and enterprise clients.
The approval coincides with anticipated regulatory shifts in Russia. The country's central bank has been gradually shaping its crypto policy, with plans to recognize cryptocurrencies and stablecoins as monetary assets. New, broader cryptocurrency regulations are expected to be adopted in the first half of 2026. Tether's trademark registration positions the company with legal preparedness for potential market entry, aligning with this regulatory timeline.
As of January 2026, Tether's flagship stablecoin, USDT, holds a market capitalization of approximately $187 billion, ranking as the third-largest cryptocurrency globally. This scale provides a substantial foundation for Tether's expansion into new infrastructure products like Hadron.
