TrustLinq Expanded Cross-Border Payment Network
The platform now supports over 190 countries and added Ripple USD to its stablecoin payment options.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Financial Services
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TrustLinq has expanded its crypto-to-fiat payment network to cover more than 190 countries and over 80 currencies. The service now supports Ripple USD alongside existing assets like USD Coin, Tether, and EURC.
Why it matters
By integrating Ripple USD into a network that utilizes local banking rails and SWIFT, the platform provides businesses with an expanded set of options for cross-border settlements. This development increases the utility of dollar-pegged stablecoins for international fund transfers into local bank accounts.
As of Oct. 13, 2026, Ripple USD reached a market capitalization of $2.42 billion and a trading volume of $166.2 million. The expanded network now connects over 190 countries and supports more than 80 currencies, with transactions on the XRP Ledger carrying a minimum cost of 10 drops.
The players
TrustLinq
A Swiss-regulated payment service that facilitates cross-border crypto-to-fiat transactions.
Ripple USD
A dollar-pegged stablecoin backed by cash and U.S. Treasuries that operates on the XRP Ledger and Ethereum.
The details
The platform functions by converting crypto assets into local fiat currency, which is then disbursed to recipients via local banking rails or the SWIFT network. TrustLinq, which operates as a Swiss-regulated payment service under SO-FIT, handles these conversions for various stablecoins including Ripple USD, which is backed by U.S. Treasuries, cash, and cash equivalents.
Timeline
Oct. 13, 2026: Ripple USD reached its reported market capitalization and trading volume.
Market Landscape
This network expansion follows the compliance standards established by the SO-FIT regulatory framework for Swiss payment services. It reflects a broader trend of integrating institutional-grade stablecoins into traditional international banking corridors.
Operators currently handling international payments should evaluate whether stablecoin-based rail integration reduces settlement times or costs compared to traditional wire transfers. Review your current treasury processes to determine if your banking partners support incoming transfers from these expanded settlement networks.
The takeaway
The increased adoption of stablecoins in global payment networks offers a new mechanism for cross-border liquidity management. Assess the current stablecoin support levels of your financial institutions to ensure your payment stack remains compatible with evolving international rails.
Further reading
For more context on the evolving payment infrastructure, visit our Financial Services section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by TokenPost.
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