This article outlines how nine companies are using stablecoins to enhance their operations, including improving payment accessibility and reducing transaction costs. It highlights specific examples, such as Shadeform's revenue boost and Cenoa's expansion into emerging markets. Overall, stablecoins are transforming financial services by facilitating faster, cheaper transactions.

Global payments revenue growth is projected to slow to 4% annually through 2029, with North America experiencing limited transaction-related revenue growth of about 5.6%. The decline is attributed to the saturation of the cash-to-card transition and increasing competition from fintechs focusing on value-added services. As the market matures, companies are shifting their strategies towards embedding payments into software and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency.