#BigTechStablecoin The growing interest of major tech companies in stablecoins arises as the asset class secures millions in venture capital funding and faces increased scrutiny from lawmakers, while Congress considers two regulatory bills. This surge in attention was further catalyzed by Stripe's historic acquisition of the stablecoin startup Bridge—a move that shook the industry and signaled to Silicon Valley that stablecoin technology is no longer just a niche experiment, but a serious financial innovation.