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Visa Direct launches commercial USDC prefunding with Inyo Global

Visa Direct has moved its stablecoin-powered prefunding capability into commercial production with Inyo Global, allowing businesses to fund cross-border payouts in near real time using USDC.

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Visa Direct has officially transitioned its stablecoin cross-border payout system from pilot testing to commercial production, naming Inyo Global as its first enabler. The integration enables eligible businesses to prefund cross-border payouts in near real time using the USDC stablecoin, reducing reliance on conventional banking rails.[1][4][6][8][10][11]

The rollout expands Visa's stablecoin settlement capabilities across its network spanning more than 180 countries, enabling 24/7 global disbursements. However, access for clients via Inyo remains subject to eligibility requirements and rollout limitations.[1][2][5][7][10][12][13]

The deployment comes as major payments rivals push further into crypto-based treasury and disbursement flows. In the same week, Mastercard partnered with BVNK to convert stablecoins into local bank payouts, establishing a platform covering fiat, cards, and stablecoins with a 200-country reach targeted for 2027.[2][5][13]

Key facts

  • Visa Direct moved its USDC-powered prefunding feature from pilot to commercial production.
  • Inyo Global serves as the first commercial enabler for the Visa Direct capability.
  • The integration allows eligible businesses to prefund cross-border payouts in near real time using USDC.
  • Visa Direct's stablecoin payout footprint spans across more than 180 countries.
  • Participation in Visa's Inyo prefunding offering is subject to eligibility criteria and rollout limits.
  • Mastercard teamed up with BVNK during the same week on stablecoin payouts, targeting 200-plus countries by 2027.

Sources · 13 sources

  1. CO

    CoinDesk@CoinDeskPost on X ·

    JUST IN: @Visa moves stablecoin cross-border payments from pilot to commercial deployment via Visa Direct, with Inyo Global the first enabler, letting businesses prefund global payouts with $USDC in near real time across 180+ countries. https://t.co/nVVzYr66eV

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  2. CR

    CryptoSlate@CryptoSlatePost on X ·

    Visa lets eligible clients prefund cross-border payouts with USDC through Inyo. Mastercard and BVNK turn stablecoins into local bank payouts. Mastercard’s 200+ country coverage is a 2027 target. via @akibablade https://t.co/Y4fYzMURZH

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  3. TW

    The Wolf Of All Streets@scottmelkerPost on X ·

    NEW: VISA $V MOVES VISA DIRECT $USDC PREFUNDING INTO COMMERCIAL PRODUCTION WITH INYO GLOBAL AS FIRST ENABLER

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  4. TB

    The BlockArticle ·

    Visa Direct moves USDC prefunding into commercial production with Inyo Global Visa Direct has brought USDC prefunding into commercial production with Inyo Global as its first commercial enabler.

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  5. CR

    CryptoSlateArticle ·

    Visa and Mastercard adopt USDC payouts across 200 countries Visa's Inyo rollout and Mastercard's BVNK platform give businesses stablecoin funding routes, subject to eligibility and rollout limits. Read the full story on CryptoSlate Understand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox

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  6. CO

    CoinMarketCap@CoinMarketCapPost on X ·

    LATEST: ⚡️ Visa Direct has moved its stablecoin capabilities from pilot to production, with Inyo Global as its first enabler, letting payment businesses prefund cross-border payouts with USDC in near real time. https://t.co/A4ErrqRbOA

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  7. WG

    Watcher.Guru@WatcherGuruPost on X ·

    JUST IN: Visa officially launches stablecoin payments through Visa Direct, enabling near-instant global payouts using $USDC across 180+ countries.

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  8. CN

    crypto.news@cryptodotnewsPost on X ·

    JUST IN: Visa moves USDC-powered cross-border payouts from pilot to production Through Inyo Global, eligible businesses can now pre-fund Visa Direct payouts using $USDC, enabling near-real-time funding for international transfers. https://t.co/hXUPMU1S9U

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  9. CO

    CoinGape@CoinGapeMediaPost on X ·

    🚨 LATEST: @VISADIRECT has moved $USDC prefunding into commercial production with Inyo #Global, enabling stablecoin-powered funding for cross-border payments.

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  10. BL

    BlockNews@blocknewsdotcomPost on X ·

    🚨 JUST IN: Visa officially launches USDC-powered payments through Visa Direct, expanding stablecoin payment capabilities across its network spanning over 180 countries. With Inyo Global as its first enabler, businesses can now use $USDC to prefund international payouts, enabling near-real-time funding with less reliance on traditional banking infrastructure. Another major milestone for global stablecoin adoption!

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  11. TB

    The Block@TheBlockCoPost on X ·

    THE BLOCK: Visa Direct's stablecoin-powered prefunding capability has moved from pilot to commercial production, with Inyo Global as its first enabler. The integration allows eligible businesses to fund cross-border payouts in near real time using USDC. https://t.co/zkMLTLsFU3

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  12. CP

    Crypto Patel@CryptoPatelPost on X ·

    CRYPTO NEWS TODAY: BITCOIN, ETHEREUM, USDC & INSTITUTIONAL ADOPTION | OCTOBER 16, 2026 1️⃣ DEUTSCHE BANK CRYPTO CUSTODY: Deutsche Bank plans to launch institutional Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) custody services in Germany, with Asian expansion targeted for 2027. 2️⃣ VISA USDC PAYMENT EXPANSION: Visa Direct has introduced commercial USDC stablecoin prefunding through Inyo Global, supporting eligible global payout businesses across 180+ countries. 3️⃣ CHARLES SCHWAB CRYPTO TRADING: Charles Schwab is expanding access to Bitcoin and Ethereum trading, strengthening the connection between traditional brokerage services and digital assets. 4️⃣ VITALIK BUTERIN'S PRIVATE AI AGENTS: Vitalik Buterin reportedly explored privacy-focused AI agents using Tor, local AI models, cover traffic and zkAPI technology. 5️⃣ STRATEGY MSCI INDEX EXCLUSION RISK: Strategy faces potential MSCI index exclusion, raising concerns about institutional stock outflows. Its STRC preferred stock carries a 12% annual dividend rate, subject to its terms. Follow @CryptoPatel for daily Bitcoin news, Ethereum updates, crypto market analysis and institutional adoption trends.

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  13. JM

    Jacquelyn Melinek@jacqmelinekPost on X ·

    Visa and Mastercard both moved deeper into stablecoins in the same week: - Visa Direct: USDC prefunding for 24/7 global payouts - Mastercard x BVNK: one platform for fiat, stablecoins, cards and bank payouts Went from zero to 100 real quick with "will banks or payment providers ever touch this" to "which rails are they using"

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