Stripe Reportedly Seeks Federal Charter to Issue Stablecoins

Stripe Reportedly Seeks Federal Charter to Issue Stablecoins

The payment processor is said to be pursuing regulatory approval to launch its own stablecoin under a U.S. federal charter.

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Terms & Concepts
  • Stablecoin: A type of cryptocurrency pegged to the value of a stable asset, such as the U.S. dollar, often used to reduce volatility.
  • Federal Charter: A legal authorization granted by the U.S. federal government allowing entities to operate under specific regulatory frameworks.
  • Stripe: A global payments technology company that provides online payment processing for internet businesses.