Fireblocks Builds the SWIFT of Stablecoins to Power Global Payments

Fireblocks has launched the Fireblocks Network for Payments, a comprehensive infrastructure designed to streamline and scale stablecoin payments globally. The platform addresses the challenges financial institutions face in managing stablecoin payments, including integration complexity, fragmented liquidity, and inconsistent compliance. By offering a unified, secure access layer, Fireblocks enables institutions to orchestrate cross-border treasury, remittance, merchant settlements, and more with full control over both fiat and blockchain rails.

The network unites over 40 providers across 100+ countries, including notable names like Bridge, Circle, and Yellow Card, with plans for further expansion. These providers offer on/off-ramp capabilities, liquidity, and compliance infrastructure, enabling seamless cross-border transactions. Fireblocks’ platform simplifies partner discovery and reduces operational overhead, allowing institutions to scale quickly and efficiently without compromising control or regulatory adherence.

A key innovation of the Fireblocks Network for Payments is its embedded compliance framework. This system translates regulatory requirements across jurisdictions into a unified compliance standard, ensuring that every transaction includes AML/KYT checks, wallet verification, and travel-rule compliance. Fireblocks also integrates with third-party compliance tools such as Notabene and Chainalysis, enabling institutions to maintain consistent security and regulatory readiness as they expand into new markets.

The platform's ability to scale quickly is a strategic advantage for financial institutions. Traditional methods of expanding into new markets or implementing new payment models typically involve months of integration work and compliance reviews. The Fireblocks Network allows companies to activate new capabilities within days, enabling rapid response to market opportunities, regulatory changes, or competitive pressures. This agility is particularly valuable during periods of market volatility, where speed and security are critical.

The Fireblocks Network for Payments is positioning itself as the connective layer for the stablecoin economy. By linking local payment rails, blockchains, and stablecoin issuers across 60+ currencies, it mirrors the role SWIFT has played in traditional fiat payments. The network is already processing over $200 billion in monthly stablecoin payments, with more than 300 payment companies live on the platform. Fireblocks envisions the network evolving to support tokenized deposits, real-world assets (RWAs), and programmable settlement systems.

The launch of the Fireblocks Network comes at a time of growing interest in stablecoin infrastructure, particularly in cross-border and real-time payments. Stablecoins are being used to reduce transaction costs and improve settlement times, making them increasingly attractive for fintech and enterprise use cases. Fireblocks’ platform supports this trend by providing a neutral, interoperable network that enables institutions to build and manage stablecoin products without the need for extensive in-house development.

Fireblocks CEO Michael Shaulov emphasized the economic and operational benefits of the platform, noting that building a stablecoin network in-house is either expensive or error-prone. By offering a streamlined solution, Fireblocks reduces the burden on institutions while enhancing their ability to innovate and scale in the digital asset economy. The company’s existing experience in crypto trading and custody positions it well to serve as a foundational infrastructure provider for stablecoin payments.

The Fireblocks Network for Payments also reflects the broader regulatory and technological evolution in the stablecoin space. As governments and financial institutions introduce more structured regulatory frameworks, such as the EU’s MiCAR and the U.S. GENIUS Act, platforms like Fireblocks are helping bridge the gap between innovation and compliance. This alignment is crucial for ensuring that stablecoin adoption continues to grow in a secure and sustainable manner.

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[1] The Fireblocks Network for Payments Is Here (https://www.fireblocks.com/blog/the-fireblocks-network-for-payments-is-here/)

[2] Crypto firm Fireblocks launches a stablecoin payments ... (https://fortune.com/crypto/2025/09/04/fireblocks-network-for-payments-stablecoins-michael-shaulov/)