Visa Expands Its Role in the Stablecoin Ecosystem with New Platforms and Services
In July 2026, Visa launched its Visa Stablecoin Platform (VSP), a plug-and-play toolkit designed to help banks and fintechs manage stablecoins more efficiently. The platform supports Open USD and will later include USDC, allowing institutions to hold, move, and settle stablecoins using familiar enterprise-grade security tools. Visa also introduced an on-chain lending rail in September 2026 that enables blockchain lenders to assess real-time settlement performance through VisaNet data and extend short-term credit via smart contracts. This system has already facilitated over $2.5 billion in cumulative settlements with no defaults since its pilot began in 2023. Visa's stablecoin initiatives are gaining traction, with more than 160 live card programs globally and a nearly 200% year-over-year increase in payment volume. The company now processes over $20 billion annually through stablecoin settlements, signaling growing adoption of digital assets as part of mainstream financial infrastructure.
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