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Circle Internet Group and Fiserv, Inc. have announced a strategic collaboration to integrate stablecoin payments into Fiserv’s global ecosystem of financial institutions and merchants. Under the agreement, Fiserv will leverage Circle’s USDC infrastructure and payments network alongside its own digital-banking and payment capabilities to open up access to regulated digital-dollar transactions for its clients .
By blending Circle’s stablecoin platform with Fiserv’s digital-asset infrastructure, partnering institutions and fintechs will gain seamless entry into real-time, internet-speed payments across domestic and cross-border transactions. The collaboration is designed to facilitate instant settlement with low fees, tapping into a “modern internet‑native financial layer”
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“As demand for real-time, borderless financial experiences accelerates, this collaboration reflects our commitment to supporting forward-thinking financial institutions,” said Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire.
Fiserv’s 10,000‑client, six‑million‑merchant network spans 90 billion annual transactions, providing considerable backbone for scaling stablecoin usage. “With our scale, reach, and technology leadership, Fiserv is uniquely positioned to advance stablecoin‑powered payments and help democratize access to blockchain financial services,” noted Fiserv COO Takis Georgakopoulos.
Through phased deployment and pending regulatory approval, Fiserv clients will soon have the option to adopt stablecoin solutions built on trusted infrastructure. The offering includes Circle’s USDC rails and branded stablecoin access powered by Solana. It joins a broader effort—also involving Paxos—to give banks tools for digital‑asset innovation.
This marks a significant milestone in the institutional adoption of stablecoins, enabling faster payments, 24/7 settlement, and efficient cross-border fund flows. As major firms like Fiserv enter the space, stablecoins are gaining mainstream traction, signaling a shift toward blockchain-integrated financial systems.
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