Stablecoin-powered cards are becoming a major crypto trend in 2026, with Rain raising $250 million, increasing its card base by 30x, and annual payment volume by 40x in 2025. Rain supports major stablecoins like USDT and USDC on various blockchain networks, making payments seamless for consumers.

Bloomberg Intelligence predicts stablecoin payment flows will grow at an 81% CAGR to $56.6 trillion by 2030. However, some argue that stablecoin payments may not disrupt traditional cards in developed markets due to the lack of merchant acceptance and incentives. Pantera Capital investor sees stablecoin checkout as a game-changer for the fintech sector.

The GENIUS Act in the US has spurred regulatory progress, with Canada and the UK working on stablecoin frameworks. Western Union plans to launch a stablecoin settlement system on Solana blockchain in 2026, along with a stablecoin card for consumer spending in emerging markets. Institutional adoption of stablecoins is on the rise globally.

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1. Bitcoin price surges to all-time high of $60,000, marking a 100% increase in value in just two months.

2. Tesla invests $1.5 billion in Bitcoin, leading to a 20% increase in the cryptocurrency’s value.

3. Ethereum hits new record high of $2,000, driven by increased institutional interest and decentralized finance (DeFi) applications.

4. PayPal announces plans to allow customers to use cryptocurrencies for online payments at millions of merchants worldwide.

5. Cryptocurrency market cap surpasses $1.5 trillion, with Bitcoin accounting for over 60% of the total value.: Stablecoin Card Adoption Will Take Off in 2026 Says Dragonfly