Visa's Stablecoin Pilots Reach $7 Billion in Annualized Run Rate as MoneyGram Integrates Stablecoins into Remittance Flows

Stablecoins are becoming increasingly popular in mainstream payments, with companies like Visa and MoneyGram integrating them into their systems. A stablecoin is a cryptocurrency that's pegged to a fiat currency, allowing for fast and global transactions without intermediaries. USDC is one of the most widely used stablecoins, with low fees and high availability across multiple chains.

Visa has announced that its stablecoin settlement pilots have reached an annualized run rate of about $7 billion as of March 2026, signaling a significant step towards mainstream adoption. MoneyGram has also partnered with Tempo to integrate stablecoin settlement into their remittance flows, making it easier for recipients to receive payments in their local currency.

Platforms like Meta could leverage existing partners to enable USDC payouts, reducing the operational burden of building everything from scratch. Stablecoins compete with traditional payment methods like ACH, SEPA, PayPal, and wires, offering faster settlement times, lower fees, and global reach.