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Why you might one day use stablecoins in place of credit cards or bank accounts

Last updated: July 26, 2025 9:55 am
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Stablecoins: The Future of Payments

If you’re in the market for a new laptop or pair of shoes, you may have noticed the multitude of payment options available to you, from credit cards and PayPal to Apple Pay and buy now, pay later plans. But soon, you might come across another option at checkout: stablecoins.

President Trump recently signed the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins Act, also known as the GENIUS Act, into law. This legislation establishes federal regulations for stablecoins, a form of digital currency that runs on a blockchain network. By setting clear rules for the use of stablecoins, lawmakers have opened the door for cryptocurrency to become a mainstream method of payment.

Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies like bitcoin and ethereum, which are known for their price volatility, stablecoins are designed to maintain a stable value. Most stablecoins are pegged to the value of another asset, such as the US dollar, ensuring that one token is equivalent to a set amount of fiat currency.

The passage of the GENIUS Act has already led to a surge in the popularity of stablecoins, with daily transactions reaching $30 billion in circulation over the past 18 months. This growth is expected to continue as stablecoins offer a more stable and cost-effective way to pay for goods and services, transfer funds, and avoid the complexities of traditional banking.

One of the key advantages of stablecoins is their low transaction costs, which can be as low as a few cents regardless of the transaction size. This is in stark contrast to traditional payment methods, which often charge merchants 2% to 3% in fees that are ultimately passed on to consumers. With stablecoins, funds can be transferred instantly, eliminating the need to wait for days for transactions to clear.

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While stablecoins have primarily been used for trading and international payments in the past, the passage of the GENIUS Act is expected to drive their adoption in consumer payments and spending. Retailers may start accepting stablecoins as a way to reduce processing fees and offer faster settlement times to customers.

In the long term, retailers may even issue their own stablecoins to keep customers within their ecosystems and save on transaction costs. However, the impact on consumers remains uncertain, as stablecoins do not offer the same consumer protections as traditional payment methods.

Despite these challenges, the potential benefits of stablecoins for micro-payments, international transfers, and new monetization models are clear. With lower costs and faster settlement times, stablecoins have the potential to revolutionize the way we think about everyday payments.

As stablecoins continue to gain traction, major financial institutions are exploring the possibility of issuing their own stablecoins. While the impact on consumers and traditional banking systems remains to be seen, the shift towards stablecoin usage is expected to bring faster, more cost-effective payment options to consumers.

In conclusion, the rise of stablecoins as a mainstream payment method has the potential to reshape the way we shop, send money, and bank. With clear regulations in place and growing adoption rates, stablecoins are poised to become a key player in the future of payments.

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