Visa Crypto Card Spending Soars 525% in 2025
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 06 2026- Significant Spending Growth: In 2025, total transaction volume for Visa-issued crypto cards surged from $14.6 million to $91.3 million, marking a 525% increase that highlights the rapid adoption of crypto payments and growing consumer confidence.
- EtherFi Leads the Market: EtherFi's Visa-backed card achieved an impressive $55.4 million in annual spending, far surpassing competitors like Cypher at $20.5 million, indicating strong user appeal and market share dominance.
- Stablecoin Advisory Team Established: In December, Visa set up a dedicated stablecoin advisory team to assist banks and fintechs in developing and managing digital currency products, reflecting its recognition of the importance of blockchain settlement and programmable money in global payments.
- Record Stablecoin Transaction Volumes: Stablecoin transaction volumes exceeded $2.5 trillion over the past year, with USDT and USDC seeing significant increases, underscoring their growing role in facilitating cross-border transactions.
About the author
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.
