#MastercardStablecoinCards

"Speech on the #MastercardStablecoinCards Initiative

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to a historic moment at the intersection of traditional finance and the digital economy. Today, we celebrate the launch of the #MastercardStablecoinCards, a revolutionary initiative that marks a bold step in integrating stablecoins into the global financial system, redefining how billions of people and businesses interact with money.

On May 15, 2025, Mastercard announced a transformative partnership with MoonPay, a giant in crypto infrastructure, to launch cards that allow the real-time use of stablecoins at over 150 million merchant locations around the world. These cards, powered by Iron's API technology acquired by MoonPay, automatically convert stablecoins like USDC and USDT into fiat currency at the time of the transaction, providing a seamless bridge between the blockchain world and global retail. This is more than a technological innovation — it is a vision of inclusion, accessibility, and financial efficiency for all."