On the first day, users from over 70 countries utilized this feature, highlighting the global demand for alternative payment methods. Transactions are converted to US dollars and stored in a Stripe wallet, with a fee of 1.5%—lower than traditional card processing fees. This move follows Stripe's acquisition of Bridge, a stablecoin infrastructure platform valued at $1.1 billion, enhancing its cryptocurrency capabilities. By integrating stablecoin payments, Stripe aims to provide fast solutions.