Global payments infrastructure company Nium has partnered with Coinbase to integrate USDC stablecoin payments into its platform. This integration allows clients to send, receive, and convert stablecoins alongside traditional fiat payouts across more than 190 countries.
Coinbase provides the stablecoin payment infrastructure, liquidity, wallet services, and regulated custody for this offering. The partnership aims to position stablecoins as a core component of mainstream cross-border payments, moving beyond niche crypto products.
Businesses using Nium can now fund transfers in USDC and settle in either USDC or fiat. This new capability is designed to reduce the need for prefunded accounts in multiple corridors, offering more efficient, just-in-time liquidity. Funds can be converted into local currencies only when needed for payouts.
Additionally, clients holding stablecoin balances can now launch USDC-backed card programs, enabling everyday spending wherever cards are accepted. This expands Nium’s stablecoin strategy to include payment, liquidity, and spend infrastructure.