Western Union Set to Unveil USDPT Stablecoin on Solana Network by 2026
Anchorage Digital Bank Partners with Western Union for the Issuance of USDPT Stablecoin on Solana Blockchain by 2026
Key Points
- Western Union is planning to launch a US Dollar Payment Token (USDPT) stablecoin on the Solana blockchain by 2026.
- The company also intends to create a Digital Asset Network to provide cash off-ramps for digital assets.
Western Union revealed plans on October 28 to introduce a US Dollar Payment Token (USDPT) stablecoin. This stablecoin will be built on the Solana blockchain and is expected to be available in the first half of 2026.
The stablecoin will be issued by Anchorage Digital Bank, a federally regulated institution. Western Union stated that users will be able to access USDPT through partner exchanges. The initiative is a combination of Western Union’s global digital footprint, Solana’s blockchain technology, and Anchorage Digital’s issuance platform and custody solutions.
Digital Asset Network for Global Cash Access
In addition to the stablecoin, Western Union also announced plans for a Digital Asset Network. This network is designed to provide cash off-ramps for digital assets. It will partner with wallets and wallet providers, enabling customers to convert their crypto holdings into fiat currency at Western Union’s retail locations worldwide.
The stablecoin sector saw a 35.68% increase in monthly transfer volume as of October 28, reaching $4.30 trillion. During the same period, monthly active addresses grew by 20.89% to 32.41 million, according to data from RWA.xyz.
Tether Holdings continues to dominate the market with a market capitalization of $179 billion, controlling 60.47% of the sector. Circle is in second place with $73 billion, accounting for 24.68% of the market.
CEO Cites Regulatory Shift as Catalyst
Devin McGranahan, Western Union President and CEO, stated that the initiative allows the company to own the economics associated with stablecoins. He highlighted recent US regulatory developments, including the GENIUS Act, as factors supporting Western Union’s stablecoin strategy. The company reported a 6% revenue decline in its first quarter, leading to efforts to stimulate growth through digital asset integration.
This announcement coincided with the first US spot Solana ETP launch on the NYSE, as Bitwise’s $BSOL began trading on October 28.
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