Visa Broadens Stablecoin Settlement Network in CEMEA Amid Rising USDC Adoption

Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert

USDG0%

STABLE+7.1500006%

PYUSD-0.089999996%

Source: Coinmarketcap

Updated: Nov 29 2025

Visa's Expansion into Stablecoins: Visa is enhancing its stablecoin strategy by expanding cross-border settlements in Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, utilizing digital dollars like USDC to modernize money movement and improve settlement speed for financial institutions.
Partnership with Aquanow: On November 27, 2025, Visa partnered with Aquanow to enable 24/7 settlement using stablecoins, facilitating quicker cross-border transactions and reducing reliance on traditional banking networks.
Visa Direct Pilot Program: The company launched a pilot program for stablecoin payouts via Visa Direct, allowing businesses to pre-fund USDC balances for near-instant disbursements, targeting industries with slow traditional banking processes.
Broadened Asset Support: Visa has expanded its stablecoin offerings by adding new assets like PayPal USD and EURC, aiming to provide flexible and efficient settlement options while modernizing global money movement and reducing dependency on outdated systems.

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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.

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