#MastercardStablecoinCards Mastercard is actively integrating stablecoins into its global payment infrastructure, aiming to bridge the gap between digital assets and traditional finance. Through strategic partnerships and technological advancements, the company is facilitating the use of stablecoins for everyday transactions.
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🪙 Mastercard & MoonPay Partnership
On May 15, 2025, Mastercard announced a collaboration with crypto fintech MoonPay to launch virtual and physical cards linked to users' stablecoin balances, such as USDC and USDT. These cards enable real-time conversion of stablecoins to fiat currency, allowing seamless spending at over 150 million merchants worldwide where Mastercard is accepted. The integration utilizes API-driven infrastructure from Iron, a platform acquired by MoonPay in March 2025, to facilitate stablecoin-powered payments and transform crypto wallets into digital bank accounts for global transactions .
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🌍 Global Expansion with Stables
Australian fintech startup Stables has partnered with Mastercard to offer virtual prepaid cards that allow users to spend stablecoins like cash. Initially launched in Australia, the service has expanded to Europe, enabling contactless in-store and online payments via Apple Pay and Google Pay across Mastercard’s network. Users can fund their accounts with stablecoins, crypto, or local currencies and spend using the Stables card anywhere Mastercard is accepted .
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🔐 Secure and Compliant Transactions
Mastercard is enhancing the security and compliance of stablecoin transactions through initiatives like Mastercard Crypto Credential and Mastercard Move. These tools ensure secure, compliant blockchain transactions and seamless conversion between stablecoins and bank accounts, supporting the broader adoption of digital assets in everyday commerce .
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📱 User Experience and Accessibility
The integration of stablecoins into Mastercard's payment network offers users a familiar and intuitive experience. By linking stablecoin balances to Mastercard-branded cards.
