Forget meme coins. In 2025, crypto is being defined by stablecoins. USDT by Tether remains the undisputed leader, commanding over $175 billion as of early October 2025. USDC by Circle is in second place, while algorithmic alternatives like Ethena’s USDe and Sky’s USDS are making massive strides. The explosion of stablecoins has pumped the broader crypto market, benefiting some of the best cryptos to buy. With Tether minting billions, capital has flowed to Ethereum and Bitcoin, pushing them to fresh all-ti ...