Stablecoin Payments Could Hit $1 Trillion by 2030

Sean Williams
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  • Stablecoin payments could exceed $1 trillion annually by 2030.
  • Faster, cheaper transactions make stablecoins appealing for cross-border payments.
  • Regulatory clarity and major financial players are accelerating adoption.

    Stablecoin usage in payments is set to surge, potentially surpassing $1 trillion annually by 2030, according to a joint report from Keyrock and Latin American exchange Bitso. Growing adoption by businesses, payment providers, and individuals is fueling optimism for the digital currency market.

    Faster, Cheaper Transactions Drive Adoption

    Stablecoins, digital currencies pegged to real-world money like the U.S. dollar, are gaining traction because they provide quicker, more affordable alternatives to traditional banking. Traditional bank transfers can cost up to 13% in fees for a $200 transaction and take days to settle. In contrast, stablecoin transactions are completed in seconds at a fraction of the cost.

    The report highlights foreign exchange as a major opportunity. With $7.5 trillion traded daily, current T+2 settlement methods involve multiple banks and delays. Stablecoins could allow direct currency swaps, reducing waiting times and counterparty risks.

    Banks Must Adapt or Risk Falling Behind

    Stablecoins are poised to reshape cross-border payments. The report estimates that, if challenges around regulation, liquidity, and interoperability are addressed, stablecoins could handle 12% of global cross-border flows by 2030. This shift signals that traditional financial institutions may need to upgrade infrastructure or risk lagging behind.

    Regulation and Big Players Boost Growth

    Although stablecoins currently account for less than 3% of the $195 billion remittance market, the sector is rapidly expanding. Regulatory clarity is improving adoption: the U.S. Genius Act grants legal recognition to stablecoins, while Europe’s MiCA framework provides a compliant use structure.

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    Major fintech and payment firms are joining the race. Stripe is reportedly collaborating with MetaMask to launch a blockchain, while Circle introduced Arc. Industry leaders like Tether and Circle continue to innovate, reflecting the growing importance of stablecoins in global finance.

    “Every financial institution will have to support stablecoin infrastructure in some form,” says Devere Bryan, GM at First Digital. The stablecoin market, currently valued at over $260 billion, is increasingly influencing global money policy and cross-border payments.

    Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses

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