Monthly transaction volume on crypto-linked debit and credit cards has more than tripled over the past year. Total transaction volume in the segment reached a record $7.8 billion amid the growing use of stablecoins for everyday payments.
According to a report by The Kobeissi Letter, the crypto card market accelerated in 2026 due to the rapid rollout of payment products linked to digital assets. Compared to May, monthly transaction volume on crypto debit and credit cards increased by 230%.
Analysts say stablecoins have become the main driver of growth, as they are increasingly being used for payments through integration with traditional card infrastructure.
The report also notes that more than 90% of crypto card transactions are processed through Visa’s network. Partnerships between the payment giant and crypto projects have also played a major role in the segment’s expansion. For example, analysts highlighted that Visa’s collaboration with Jupiter Global boosted the platform’s transaction volume by 648%.
According to analysts, adoption accelerated as users gained the ability to spend stablecoins as easily as fiat currencies through familiar bank card interfaces. This is further integrating digital assets into the traditional financial system without displacing existing payment providers.
Meanwhile, major crypto companies continue launching new card products. In January, crypto exchange OKX introduced a Mastercard-powered stablecoin payment card in Europe. In March, Visa and Bridge announced plans to roll out stablecoin-linked cards in more than 100 countries.
The popularity of crypto cards for daily spending is also growing rapidly across Europe. The number of newly issued crypto cards increased by 15% in 2025. More details on what crypto cards are, how they work, and how they differ from traditional bank cards are available in CP Media’s special report.
