Visa Brings Onchain Lending Closer to Everyday Stablecoin Payments
Visa introduces an onchain credit model combining VisaNet settlement data with blockchain lending to help stablecoin-linked card programs access working capital.
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Visa stock slips as financials fall in a broad market selloff, while Visa and Mastercard advance plans to secure AI-powered agent payments.
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