Global payment giant Stripe has expanded its support for stablecoins, enabling clients to accept subscription payments in USDC. The feature, currently available only to U.S.-based businesses, supports the Polygon and Base networks.
Stripe Expands Stablecoin Capabilities
Stripe’s new feature is designed for companies that charge recurring fees — particularly those in the rapidly growing AI sector. According to the company, subscription-based businesses account for around 30% of its user base.
The update could significantly reduce transaction costs and improve global accessibility. Stripe noted that its 20 largest AI partners currently generate up to 60% of their revenue from international customers, and stablecoin payments offer faster and more cost-effective transactions.
How It Works
Through Stripe’s integrated system, users can pay subscriptions in USDC using any of over 400 supported crypto wallets. Thanks to Stripe’s proprietary smart contract, customers only need to sign a transaction once to link their wallet address. Businesses will still receive funds in fiat currency, maintaining a seamless bridge between crypto and traditional finance.
All subscriptions can be managed through Stripe’s unified dashboard, which supports both Stripe Billing and Optimized Checkout Suite. The feature is now visible to eligible users in their list of available payment options.
Industry Response
The feature has already received positive feedback from early adopters. Alex Mashrabov, CEO of Higgsfield, one of Stripe’s AI-focused clients, praised the move:
“We’re thrilled to see subscription payments in stablecoins through Stripe. It helps us cut global transaction costs, attract more tech-savvy users, and reach customers who lack access to traditional payment methods.”
Broader Context
Stripe’s latest step follows its May 2025 introduction of Stablecoin Financial Accounts, which allowed businesses to hold and manage balances in USDC. The company’s continued investment in stablecoin infrastructure underscores its vision of bridging traditional fintech with Web3 solutions.
With stablecoin adoption gaining traction globally, Stripe’s move marks another major step toward mainstream crypto integration in everyday business operations.
