$USDC On May 8, 2025, Stripe launched its #Stripe stablecoin account, enabling merchants from over 100 countries to hold, send, and receive USDC and Stripe's USDB stablecoin. This service is supported by Stripe's Bridge division, which was acquired for $1.1 billion, facilitating seamless transactions between fiat and cryptocurrency, enhancing global payment flexibility. Stripe also plans to offer Visa cards priced in USDC, further bridging traditional finance and digital finance. However, due to regulatory hurdles, major markets such as the US, UK, and Japan are excluded. This initiative highlights Stripe's growing role in the stablecoin ecosystem, competing with traditional systems like SWIFT, and signals a broader push for cryptocurrency adoption in the financial services sector.