Rain Raises $250 Million, Valuation Hits $1.95 Billion, Accelerating Global Expansion of Stablecoin Payment Cards
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 10 2026- Funding Achievement: Rain announced a successful raise of $250 million, elevating its valuation to $1.95 billion, with the funds aimed at enhancing engagement with regulators to secure necessary licenses, thereby supporting its global expansion strategy.
- Market Trend: Stablecoin transaction volumes surged by 72% to $33 trillion, reflecting a rapid increase in investment and adoption of stablecoin payment infrastructure under favorable U.S. policies, indicating deeper integration of cryptocurrency into global payment flows.
- Global Coverage: Rain's stablecoin cards, issued through the Visa network, are valid in over 150 countries, enabling users to make payments and withdrawals in dollars, significantly enhancing financial service accessibility in regions with unreliable local currencies.
- Future Outlook: According to Bloomberg Intelligence, stablecoin payments are projected to grow at a compounded annual rate of 81%, reaching $56.6 trillion by 2030; despite skepticism from some analysts regarding the lack of incentives, industry investors remain optimistic about its dominance in the fintech sector.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
