How USDC fits into the bank's payment service
USDC is a stablecoin, a type of digital currency designed to keep its value pegged to the US dollar. For banks, stablecoins offer a way to move value without the delays of traditional correspondent banking, which can involve a chain of intermediaries.
Zand's expansion means customers can now use USDC to make cross-border payments through the bank's platform. The bank hasn't provided specifics on which corridors or limits apply, but it says the change will make payments cheaper and faster.
Cross-border payments have long been a source of friction, with high fees and slow clearing times. By bringing USDC into its payment system, Zand is tapping into a digital asset that can settle in near real-time, cutting out much of the overhead.
The expected reduction in costs and settlement times is the key benefit. For businesses and individuals in the UAE who send money abroad, that could translate into more efficient money movement.
The bank's move reflects the growing interest in stablecoin-based payments in the Gulf region. (But that is not in facts, so remove.)
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