Western Union considers launching its own stablecoin amid rising cross-border payment competition
Remittance giant Western Union is exploring the creation of a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin to compete with emerging cryptocurrency payment solutions. The move comes as blockchain-based alternatives continue to challenge traditional money transfer services by offering faster and cheaper cross-border transactions. Company executives have confirmed internal developments, suggesting a serious strategic shift toward digital assets. No official launch date has been announced, and the project is still in an exploratory phase.
If realized, Western Union’s stablecoin could significantly alter the remittance market and legitimize further stablecoin adoption in mainstream finance.
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