Tether plans to launch GELT, a stablecoin designed to be backed by the Georgian lari and issued under a Georgian regulatory framework. Multiple outlets report that the stablecoin is intended to support cross-border commerce and operate as an “official” token in Georgia tied to the local currency. Engadget and The Block both describe GELT as a lari-representing stablecoin linked to Georgia’s approach to stablecoin oversight. CoinTelegraph adds regulatory context, stating that Georgia’s central bank released stablecoin rules in March that cover requirements such as reserve backing, issuer documentation, and external auditor verification. The combined reporting indicates that GELT’s launch is aligned with these newly published rules, and it involves coordination with Georgian authorities and the central bank’s framework. The sources agree on the token’s name and intended linkage to the lari, while emphasizing that Georgia’s regulatory provisions govern key aspects of reserve management and compliance. No specific launch date, reserve ratios, or public deployment details are included in the provided excerpts.