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PayPal's PYUSD Stablecoin Joins Cardano Ecosystem, Expanding Reach and Asset Transfer Options

Coin WorldMonday, Jan 27, 2025 11:27 pm ET

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PayPal's PYUSD stablecoin has joined the Cardano ecosystem, expanding its reach and offering users more options for asset transfers. This integration is facilitated by Wanchain's interoperability solution, which enables PYUSD to be accessible on the Cardano (ADA) chain. According to Wanchain's chief executive, Temujin Louie, this bridge will provide users with increased flexibility and control while transferring assets across different chains.

Cardano's decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem, with nearly $447 million in total value locked, will benefit from this integration. Louie expects this to foster greater synergy between networks, driving innovation and adoption, and ultimately propelling the next wave of blockchain interoperability across ecosystems.

Earlier in January, American financial institution FV Bank enhanced its stablecoin services by adding PayPal USD to its digital banking platform. This integration allows account holders to receive PYUSD stablecoins directly into their USD accounts, with real-time conversion to USD.

Launched in August 2023, PYUSD is backed by U.S. dollar deposits and similar cash equivalents. Its total supply has grown to around $515 million. PayPal began allowing U.S. merchants to buy, hold, and sell crypto directly through their business accounts in September 2024. Since 2020, PayPal and its subsidiary Venmo have enabled consumers to access digital assets like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).

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Electrical_Green_258

01/28

More stablecoins, more problems? Nah, just kidding. PYUSD on Cardano is a game-changer for DeFi. Let's see where this goes.

1kczulrahyebb

PYUSD's growth to $515M in no time shows demand for stablecoins. They're becoming a serious tool for traders.

ResponsibleCell1606

Cardano + PYUSD = win-win. More assets, more flexibility. Can't wait to see the DeFi ecosystem explode with this synergy.

MickeyKae

Cardano's ecosystem is growing fast. With $447M locked, it's becoming a serious player in the DeFi world. What's next?

Sensitive_Chapter226

FV Bank adding PYUSD is like adding fuel to a rocket. 🚀 Watch how it changes the game for stablecoin transfers.

freekittykitty

FV Bank adding PYUSD is like adding fuel to a fire. Real-time conversions make it smooth for users. 💸

big_nate410

@freekittykitty What's next for PYUSD?

ultrapcb

PayPal's PYUSD on Cardano? 🚀 Major move for cross-chain action. Wanchain bridge is the real MVP here.

Inevitable-Candy-628

I'm holding a bit of PYUSD, keeping it in my diversified crypto basket. Stability and flexibility are key for me.

skarupp

PayPal going heavy on crypto, first with Venmo and now direct for merchants. They're not playing around. 🤑

car12703

@skarupp Think it'll pump their stock?

johnnyko55555

Interoperability is the future. Temujin Louie knows his stuff. If Wanchain can make this work, it's a big deal.

Artistic_Studio2784

@johnnyko55555 True, interoperability's the way. Wanchain's making moves.

yeahyoubored

@johnnyko55555 Temujin knows his stuff, for sure.

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