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Western Union is betting big on crypto with its new Stablecard — a Visa card tied to a US dollar-backed stablecoin, now live in 37 countries and expanding to 60 by year-end. Designed to simplify cross-border payments and let users save in dollars amid unstable local currencies, the card lets you hold, spend, and move funds globally — even via mobile payments. Launched alongside their compliant stablecoin USDPT (approved for U.S. regulations), it’s already gaining traction on exchanges like Bybit. But it’s not alone: rivals like MoneyGram are also launching stablecoins, signaling industry-wide adoption. Still, challenges remain — conversion fees and delays can undercut cost and speed advantages over traditional remittances.

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