MiniPay surpasses 11 million activated wallets as Celo strengthens its position as the leading Ethereum Layer-2 network for stablecoin payments globally.
New integrations, including Mercado Pago, PIX and Tether Gold, expand MiniPay’s capabilities for real-time payments and diversified asset access across regions.
A joint Mini App Roadshow will expand developer participation in Asia and South America, supporting MiniPay’s next phase of global network growth.
Celo Foundation and Opera have extended their strategic partnership to accelerate MiniPay’s global expansion, aiming to strengthen real-time stablecoin payments and broaden access to mobile-first financial tools across emerging and international markets.
MiniPay’s Rapid Growth and Expanded Partnership
The announcement, made at Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai, outlines their shared plan to support stablecoin payments at global scale. MiniPay, built exclusively on Celo, has already reached 11 million activated wallets and processed more than 300 million transactions since its 2023 debut. Its performance continues to reinforce Celo’s position as a leading Ethereum Layer-2 environment for low-cost mobile payments.
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The growth has also supported Celo becoming the top Ethereum Layer-2 by daily active users. With more than 700,000 DAUs and over 3 million weekly active USD₮ users, the network remains a key transport layer for stablecoin activity. MiniPay’s integration with platforms such as Binance, Transak, Transfi and others has strengthened Celo’s expanding payment network.
Recently, MiniPay enabled early access to Mercado Pago and PIX payment features in Argentina and Brazil. This rollout introduces direct stablecoin-to-fiat conversions, reducing off-ramping challenges and preparing for broader global availability.
Advancing MiniPay Through New 2026 Capabilities
Celo Foundation President Rene Reinsberg emphasized the evolution of the collaboration, stating, “MiniPay is crypto’s killer user case, leveraging Celo’s infrastructure to make stablecoins useful for everyday people around the world.” He noted that the partnership has progressed from a simple Opera browser integration into one of the fastest-growing Web3 applications.
As part of their Q1 2026 roadmap, MiniPay will expand its role as a unified gateway to traditional finance and onchain utilities. The recent introduction of Tether Gold (XAUt0) has drawn nearly 30,000 users seeking broader asset options and improved value preservation. The addition reflects user demand for real-world assets with more stability.
Further plans include enabling stablecoin-backed cards and expanded payment functionality. These features will position MiniPay as a comprehensive access point for users and partners interacting with stablecoin rails and blockchain infrastructure.
Global Developer Expansion Through the Mini App Roadshow
Opera EVP Mobile Jørgen Arnesen commented on the shared mission, stating, “Our goal with MiniPay has always been simple: to give people a reliable stablecoin wallet that allows them to receive payments, save, and send payments – no matter where they are.” He added that the strengthened partnership gives developers and payment providers new opportunities to build on MiniPay.
To increase developer engagement, Celo and Opera MiniPay will jointly launch a Mini App Roadshow across Asia and South America in H1 2026. The initiative aims to broaden the ecosystem in regions with rapid Web3 growth. Asia, home to a large share of global crypto developers, represents a major hub for expanding MiniPay’s reach.
Latin America will also be a core focus, following strong crypto adoption across 2024 and additional growth during the first half of 2025. The Roadshow will bring in-person engagement to these markets, supporting developers as MiniPay enters its next phase of international expansion.
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