The largest tech giants — Apple, Google, Airbnb, and X (formerly Twitter) — are actively exploring the integration of stablecoins into their payment systems. The goal is to reduce fees and speed up cross-border transfers.
🔹 Apple is in negotiations with Circle (the issuer of USDC) regarding the possible integration of stablecoins into its payment solutions.
🔹 Airbnb is collaborating with Worldpay, aiming to reduce fees from Visa and Mastercard.
🔹 X (under Elon Musk's leadership) is considering the implementation of stablecoins through the X Money app, discussing a partnership with Stripe.
🔹 Google has already conducted several transactions using stablecoins and is actively researching their application in its services.
📈 In light of this news, Circle's (the issuer of USDC) stock has rapidly increased after the IPO, reaching a market capitalization of $25 billion.
📊 Interest in stablecoins is growing: the volume of transactions using them in 2024 exceeded $27.6 trillion, surpassing Visa and Mastercard.
💬 What do you think, are we ready for a mass transition to stablecoins in everyday payments? Share your opinion in the comments!
