Circle and Immersve Partner to Enable USDC Payments at Mastercard Merchants
Circle and Immersve Partner to Enable USDC Payments at Mastercard Merchants
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Immersve has launched a groundbreaking integration enabling direct USDC payments from Web3 wallets at Mastercard merchants worldwide.
Key features:
- Available at 90M+ merchant locations
- Accessible to 100M+ Web3 wallet users
- No transfer delays or hidden fees
- Familiar payment experience
The Circle-Immersve collaboration aims to normalize digital asset spending in everyday transactions. Users can now spend USDC as easily as traditional currency, marking a practical step toward mainstream crypto adoption.
How it works:
- Connect Web3 wallet
- Pay directly with USDC
- Instant processing at point of sale
Immersve enables seamless $USDC payments directly from Web3 wallets anywhere Mastercard is accepted. “There's no waiting for funds to transfer, no unexpected fees, and no complicated steps. Users enjoy a smooth and familiar transaction experience.” – Jerome Faury, CEO &
Immersve is making digital assets as easy to spend as the money in your pocket. âś… 90M+ Merchants accept Immersve-enabled USDC payments âś… 100M+ People can now spend direct from their Web3 wallet The collaboration between Circle and Immersve marks a significant step toward
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