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Crypto card spending tops $1 billion annually as stablecoins fund everyday purchases
Tracked crypto card volume exceeded $1 billion in annual spending, more than tripling year-over-year, with USDC and USDT funding over 70% of transactions. Users are increasingly paying for groceries, rides, and subscriptions using stablecoin-backed cards.
Why it matters for the crypto market
Stablecoin adoption for everyday commerce signals a shift in cryptocurrency's real-world utility, moving beyond speculation toward payment infrastructure.
Source: CoinDesk
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