#StripeStablecoinAccounts Stripe has launched stablecoin-powered financial accounts in over 100 countries, enabling businesses to send, receive, and hold US dollar-pegged digital currencies. This move aims to provide stable financial infrastructure in regions with volatile currencies and limited banking access.

*Key Features:*

- *Stablecoin Support*: Supports Circle's USD Coin (USDC) and Bridge's USDB stablecoins

- *Global Reach*: Available in over 100 countries, including Argentina, Chile, Turkey, Colombia, and Peru

- *Multi-Currency Accounts*: Allows businesses to hold, convert, and spend money in USD, EUR, and GBP

- *AI-Powered Payment Innovations*: Features a new AI foundation model for payments that improves fraud detection and authorization rates

- *Visa Partnership*: Enables businesses to issue Visa cards linked to stablecoin wallets, allowing users to make purchases at any merchant that accepts Visa¹ ² ³

*Benefits:*

- Provides a stable store of value in regions with high inflation and capital controls

- Enables efficient cross-border transactions

- Reduces costs associated with foreign exchange

- Enhances financial inclusion in developing economies

Stripe's stablecoin accounts represent a significant expansion of its cryptocurrency strategy, following its acquisition of the Bridge platform in October 2024.