Visa and Bridge are expanding their jointly developed card program to more than 100 countries by year-end. This initiative integrates digital asset spending into mainstream commerce.
The partnership, launched in 2025, allows fintech companies to issue payment cards backed by stablecoin balances. Cardholders can use these funds at over 175 million merchant locations worldwide.
Crypto wallet providers like Phantom and MetaMask have integrated the offering, enabling users to convert digital assets into everyday purchases.
A pilot program is also underway to settle transactions using stablecoins on blockchain networks instead of traditional payment rails. This could accelerate fund transfers and simplify reconciliation for financial institutions.
Visa is exploring the potential for Bridge-issued assets to serve as additional settlement options across its global network.
The expansion covers Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East, marking a significant geographic rollout for stablecoin-linked payment products.