#BigTechStablecoin Big tech companies are increasingly exploring stablecoins, digital currencies linked to stable assets like the US dollar, to revolutionize payments. Companies like Apple, X (formerly Twitter), Google, and Airbnb are at different stages of integrating stablecoins into their platforms.

Their main motivations include reducing transaction costs, especially for cross-border payments, and enhancing speed and efficiency. Meta (formerly Facebook) once attempted to develop a stablecoin with Diem but faced regulatory hurdles; however, this new interest indicates a shift in the regulatory landscape and growing acceptance. PayPal has officially launched the stablecoin PYUSD. This trend could significantly disrupt traditional finance by leveraging the vast user base and infrastructure of big tech companies.