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Visa Direct launches stablecoin payments for international transfers

Visa has moved its stablecoin payment technology from pilot to production. The company announced that Visa Direct will now support USDC-based pre-funding for cross-border payouts, with Inyo Global as the first technology partner to integrate this capability. Inyo Global, which provides payment infrastructure to banks, fintechs, and payment service providers, will allow eligible business clients to use USDC to pre-fund international disbursements in over 180 countries. This integration reduces dependence on traditional banking hours and enables near-real-time liquidity. Visa emphasized that this complements its existing network and plans to expand stablecoin features to additional use cases with other partners. The move follows pilot programs initiated in 2025 to explore blockchain integration in cross-border payments.

• Visa Direct has launched stablecoin payments using USDC for pre-funding cross-border payouts.
• Inyo Global is the first technology partner to integrate this stablecoin capability into its payment infrastructure.
• The integration allows eligible business clients to pre-fund international disbursements in over 180 countries.

Visa Gets Approval to Build Own Card Network in China

Visa has received approval from the People's Bank of China (PBOC) to begin preparations for establishing a domestic card clearing business in China. The approval allows Visa's Chinese subsidiary, Visa Information Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd., to build the technical and organizational infrastructure needed for processing domestic bank card payments. However, a final operating license is still required. Visa aims to control the entity fully, potentially giving it more autonomy in the Chinese market. The move is part of China's gradual opening of its financial market to international payment providers. Visa will face established local competitors like UnionPay, Alipay, and WeChat Pay, as well as international rivals American Express and Mastercard, which are already active in the country. The company has one year to prepare before applying for a separate license.

• Visa received approval from the People's Bank of China to begin preparations for a domestic card clearing business.
• The approval applies to Visa Information Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd., which has one year to build the infrastructure.
• A final operating license is still required before Visa can process domestic transactions.

Visa Expands NFL Team Sponsorship Strategy to 13 Clubs

Visa's three-decade NFL league sponsorship expired in March 2026. In October 2026, the payments company announced new and renewed partnerships with 13 NFL teams, including the Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs, Philadelphia Eagles, Buffalo Bills, and Pittsburgh Steelers. The strategy focuses on local fan engagement, community programs, and opportunities for Visa's clients and merchants to connect with fans through commerce. Visa's CMO, Frank Cooper III, emphasized creating meaningful participation rather than just visibility. The company plans to roll out activations throughout the 2026 season, aiming to serve both consumer brand objectives and business relationships. Visa did not disclose the cost of the agreements or program budgets.

• Visa's NFL league sponsorship expired at the end of March 2026.
• On October 5, 2026, Visa announced new and renewed partnerships with 13 NFL teams.
• New agreements include Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs, and Philadelphia Eagles; renewals include Buffalo Bills and Pittsburgh Steelers.