Meta has initiated payments to content creators in USDC via Polygon and Solana, with Stripe as the payment provider.
Meta Corporation has rolled out a new payment system for content creators, allowing them to receive compensation in the stablecoin USDC via wallets on the Polygon and Solana networks. This initiative is facilitated by fintech company Stripe and is currently available to users in Colombia and the Philippines.
Meta emphasized the importance of tracking cryptocurrency transactions for tax purposes, stating that Stripe will provide specialized reports for users. The company also hinted at a broader strategy, with plans to enter the stablecoin market by February 2026, which includes launching a new wallet and enhancing dollar token transactions through partnerships.
Previously, Meta, known as Facebook, attempted to launch a global stablecoin called Libra and a related digital wallet named Calibra in 2019, but those projects were halted due to regulatory challenges.
Visa Expands Stablecoin Operations
In a related development, Visa has announced an expansion of its stablecoin pilot program to include five additional networks: Arc, Base, Canton, Polygon, and Tempo, building on its previous support for Avalanche, Ethereum, Solana, and Stellar. The company reported a 50% increase in stablecoin transaction volume from the previous quarter, totaling $7 billion.
This expansion aligns with Visa’s goal to create a standardized payment infrastructure. Ongoing pilot programs for stablecoin transactions are currently active in various regions, including Latin America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific. Visa also launched USDC payments through American banks in November 2025 and has partnered with WeFi to develop new cryptocurrency payment solutions.
Analysts from Chainalysis have projected that stablecoin transaction volumes could reach $1.5 quadrillion by 2035, highlighting the growing significance of this financial sector.
