Terra's $3.6 Billion UST/USDT Holdings: What We Know
The collapse of Terra (LUNA) and its stablecoin UST sent shockwaves through the crypto market. Recent reports have brought renewed attention to the activities of Terra Labs, the company behind the failed project, and its founder, Do Kwon. Specifically, allegations have surfaced regarding a significant amount of UST and USDT held by Terra Labs, potentially used improperly.
The $3.6 Billion Figure: USDT, UST, and CoinDesk Korea
Several sources point to a potential $3.6 billion in USDT and UST held by Terra Labs. According to a story published by CoinDesk Korea on June 28, 2025, an investigation revealed that Terra Labs had nearly $3.6 billion in USDT and UST that might have been utilized. This figure is also highlighted in other reports referencing CoinDesk Korea.
A flow of undisclosed large-scale funds transactions has been tracked down to Do Kwon and TerraForm Labs. These slush funds amount to about $3.6 billion (about 4.6 trillion won).
Terra Labs may have roughly $3.6 billion in USDT and UST, as shown in a CoinDesk Korea article. According to the news source, the money could be used for exchange.
Possible Misuse of Funds
The central concern surrounding these holdings is the potential misuse of these funds. The news report alleges that the funds might be utilized for. Understanding how these funds were managed and utilized is crucial in unraveling the events leading to the Terra/LUNA crash.
USDT, USDC, and CoinDesk Reports
USDT, USDC, and CoinDesk Reports That Do Kwon's Terra took 4.6 trillion won in slush money. After Terra's May 7 crash, Uppsala Security and CoinDesk Korea investigated.
Terra: A Recap
Terra is a blockchain platform that caters to the creation of stablecoins. which was created by Do Kwon in 2025.While LUNA is the native cryptocurrency token.
As investigations continue, further details regarding the alleged $3.6 billion in UST and USDT are expected to emerge. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.