Visa expands on-chain data access as stablecoin card programs surge
Sep 8, 2026, 8:03 AM EDT2 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Positive data-sharing capability and on-chain credit expansion enhance Visa's addressable financing market, potentially boosting revenue from data services and partnerships; sustained growth in stablecoin card programs supports network effects and future monetization. Risks include crypto regulation and competitive pressure from MA/PYPL.
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Visa will pair its settlement data with on-chain lending, speeding financing for stablecoin card providers. The move follows 160+ programs with roughly 200% YoY growth and a Credit Coop pilot showing on-chain credit with $2.7B volume and no defaults. Regulatory momentum from the GENIUS Act supports broader adoption and collaboration with major banks and payment firms.
Visa to pair settlement data with on-chain lending for stablecoin cards.
Pilot with Credit Coop enables on-chain credit with $2.7B volume, no defaults.
GENIUS Act regulation spurred adoption; banks/payments seek Visa collaboration.
Visa launched stablecoin platform in July; MA and PYPL are active competitors.
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