Western Union stories

Aug 4, 2026

Western Union and Rain partner to enable stablecoin transactions on Visa network

Western Union has partnered with Rain to bring stablecoin payment capabilities to the Visa network, marking a significant move to integrate cryptocurrency into mainstream payment infrastructure.

Aug 4, 20261 source

Western Union Launches Stablecoin-Backed Visa Card in 37 Markets Through Rain Partnership

Western Union has partnered with stablecoin infrastructure provider Rain to launch Stablecard, a digital wallet and Visa-branded card that allows users to hold and spend USDPT, Western Union's US dollar-backed stablecoin issued by Anchorage on Solana. The product is now available in 37 markets globally.

Aug 4, 20269 sources