On the first day, users from over 70 countries took advantage of this feature, highlighting the global demand for alternative payment methods. Transactions were converted into US dollars and stored in the Stripe wallet, with a fee of 1.5%—lower than traditional card processing fees. This move follows Stripe's $1.1 billion acquisition of Bridge, a stablecoin infrastructure platform, which enhanced its crypto capabilities. By integrating stablecoin payments, Stripe aims to offer a faster and more cost-effective solution for global commerce.