Updated on:12/15/2025 04:41 PM 
Tether EDU has recently joined forces with BTguru through a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), establishing a comprehensive framework for advancing digital asset education across Turkey and the broader Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
This groundbreaking educational initiative represents Tether EDU's commitment to democratizing knowledge about blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies in emerging markets. By forming this strategic alliance with BTguru, Tether aims to equip individuals and institutions with the necessary understanding of digital assets to thrive in the increasingly digital global economy.
The newly formed partnership will focus on developing targeted educational programs designed to introduce both private and public sector stakeholders to the transformative potential of blockchain and peer-to-peer technologies. Leveraging BTguru's extensive network and industry connections, the initiative will facilitate crucial dialogues with financial institutions throughout Turkey, explore practical applications of real-world asset tokenization for banking institutions, and examine innovative payment network scenarios.
Expanding beyond Turkey's borders, Tether EDU is simultaneously engaging with regulated digital asset infrastructure platforms across the MENA region to create a comprehensive educational ecosystem that spans multiple countries and cultures.
The strategic focus on Turkey is particularly significant given the nation's remarkable engagement with digital currencies. According to recent data from the International Trade Administration and the US Department of Commerce, Turkey ranks as the fourth-largest country globally in terms of cryptocurrency transaction volume. Chainalysis reports indicate that Turkey has facilitated approximately $170 billion in crypto transactions since 2022, with this substantial activity primarily driven by the local population's strategic response to currency devaluation challenges.
"This educational partnership represents a critical step toward fostering greater understanding and adoption of digital assets in Turkey," stated Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether. "Our goal is to help create a more inclusive and resilient financial landscape that empowers both businesses and individuals with the knowledge they need to navigate the evolving digital economy."
Can Büklümez, Partner at BTguru, emphasized the importance of this collaboration: "By combining Tether's expertise in digital assets with our local market knowledge and connections, we can create educational programs that address the specific needs and opportunities within Turkey's rapidly evolving financial ecosystem."
