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Visa Direct Tests Stablecoins for Instant Cross-Border Transfers

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Visa has launched a pilot programme allowing banks and financial institutions to use stablecoins like USDC and EURC for pre-funding cross-border transfers. The move aims to free up working capital, reduce reliance on traditional currency accounts, and accelerate settlement times. Wider rollout is planned in 2026.Visa has launched a pilot programme allowing banks and financial institutions to use stablecoins like USDC and EURC for pre-funding cross-border transfers. The move aims to free up working capital, reduce reliance on traditional currency accounts, and accelerate settlement times. Wider rollout is planned in 2026.