Wirex + Algorand: USDC Payments Just Got Faster, Cheaper, and Truly Global

Big news for anyone who uses stablecoins day-to-day: Wirex is teaming up with the Algorand Foundation to bring Algorand-native USDC into the Wirex app — and into real life. 

That means over 7 million Wirex users can now hold, send, and spend USDC on Algorand, and use it at 80+ million Visa-accepting merchants worldwide. In plain English: your stablecoins become money you can use everywhere, not just something you park in a wallet. 

Let’s break down what this unlocks for you. 

What’s New in the Wirex App? 

You can now hold, send, and spend USDC on Algorand directly in Wirex. 

Why Algorand? Because it’s built for payments: 

• Fast settlement 

• Tiny network fees 

• Reliable on-chain performance 

So you get the stability of USDC with the speed and efficiency of Algorand — all inside the familiar Wirex experience. 

Spend USDC with Wirex Anywhere Visa Is Accepted 

Your Wirex Visa Card now supports spending USDC on Algorand at more than 80 million merchants globally. 

Here’s what happens when you pay: 

• You spend USDC on Algorand 

• Wirex converts it in real time 

• You get zero-FX fees 

• And you still earn cashback rewards 

So whether you’re buying coffee in Kyiv, booking a hotel in London, or shopping online in the US, your USDC travels with you — smoothly. 

Seamless Fiat ↔ Stablecoin Moves (No Hidden Costs) 

Switching between cash and stablecoins shouldn’t feel like a maze. With this integration, you can move between fiat and USDC through local rails like: 

• ACH 

• SEPA 

• FPS 

• and more 

Even better: it’s 1:1 fiat-to-stablecoin conversion — with no spreads, no hidden fees, no friction. 

You keep more of your money. Simple as that. 

Instant, Zero-Fee Cross-Border Transfers 

Traditional remittances can be slow and expensive. This partnership brings something better: 

• Instant cross-border payments 

• Zero transfer fees 

• No settlement delays 

Great for supporting family abroad, paying international freelancers, or splitting costs with friends in different countries. 

Ready to Try USDC on Algorand? 

If you’re a Wirex user, you can start using USDC on Algorand right in the Wirex app.