Stripe plans to take its stablecoin card program to over 100 countries

Key Summary

Stripe plans to expand its stablecoin card program to over 100 countries by the end of 2026, a significant jump from the 18 countries it launched in March 2026. The program, which utilizes Bridge, a stablecoin infrastructure company acquired by Stripe for $1.1 billion in 2024, will enable on-chain settlement options, allowing for faster and more secure transactions. This expansion aims to make stablecoin-backed cards available in more than 100 countries, with a broader stablecoin plan including enabling financial services in over 100 countries and issuing stablecoins in over 30 markets.