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Stablecoin Reserves on Binance Reach a Record High Above $45 Billion
In October 2025, the dynamics of the cryptocurrency market remained sluggish despite expectations for the traditional “Uptober” rally. The price of Bitcoin (BTC) gained only 4.4% over the month, but the historical seasonality of November and December may support growth in the digital asset industry.
According to experts, against this backdrop, Binance has recorded an all-time high in stablecoin reserves, indicating a significant accumulation of liquidity ready to be deployed in the coming months.
Stablecoin reserves in the ERC-20 standard on the exchange rose from $32 billion in August to $45 billion, representing a 41% increase. This record level reflects the amount of “idle capital” that could serve as fuel for a new market rally, particularly in altcoins, during the final quarter of 2025 and early 2026.
Analysts note that such large-scale liquidity accumulation in stablecoins typically precedes an uptick in speculative activity.
Researchers emphasize that the structure of Tether reserves deserves special attention.
Binance currently holds $38 billion in ERC-20 USDT and $21 billion in TRC-20 USDT.
This underscores the exchange’s continued reliance on the Ethereum ecosystem, even though Tron leads the market in total stablecoin issuance.
The key reason for this divergence lies in the functional integration of ERC-20 tokens into Binance’s products.
The platform uses Ethereum-compatible assets in Binance Liquid Swap, staking services, and the BNB Smart Chain (BSC).
Users who deposit ERC-20 USDT can easily move assets across networks and participate in DeFi protocols without the costs of cross-chain conversion.
In the institutional segment, Ethereum also remains the preferred choice due to its reputation for decentralization, mature infrastructure, and transparent auditing practices.
Large traders and corporate clients of Binance view Ethereum as a safer environment for transactions and reserve storage.
Meanwhile, although Tron offers lower transaction fees, it continues to face criticism for centralization and limited DeFi compatibility.
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