Nearly Half of Global Institutions Adopt Stablecoins, Fireblocks Survey Reveals

Stablecoins are no longer niche instruments but Core components of institutional finance. Fireblocks' "State of Stablecoins 2025" report shows 49% of surveyed organizations actively use them for payments, with another 41% in testing phases. The shift underscores their transition from experimental assets to financial infrastructure.

Speed dominates as the key advantage—48% of executives prioritize instant settlement over cost savings. Cross-border B2B payments lead adoption, particularly in Latin America where 71% of firms deploy stablecoins. "These assets now serve as strategic levers," the report notes, "with banks recapturing cross-border flows and fintechs chasing revenue growth."

Regional drivers diverge: Asia focuses on market expansion, North America eyes regulatory opportunities, and Europe's MiCA framework slashes compliance concerns to 18%. The data paints a clear trajectory—stablecoins are becoming the rails for global value movement.