Fuse Launches Its Visa Debit Card in the United States, Allowing Users to Spend USDC at Any Visa Merchant

Fuse has officially launched its Fuse Card in the United States, allowing users to spend stablecoins like USDC at any location that accepts Visa

Fuse, the Solana-based crypto wallet, has officially launched its Fuse Card in the United States. The card, a virtual Visa card, enables users to spend stablecoins, specifically USDC, at any location that accepts Visa. The announcement was shared on X by the Fuse team, and Solana reposted it.

As reported by Blockware, the Fuse Card is designed to integrate seamlessly with the Fuse Wallet. Users can directly make payments using their stablecoin balance without needing to convert or top up the card. This feature sets it apart from many crypto cards that require users to load the card with fiat currency.

Moreover, the card is fully self-custodial. That means the stablecoins remain in the user’s wallet and are only moved when the card is used at the point of sale. The private key remains in the user’s possession at all times, a crucial aspect of crypto security.

The card, issued by Lead Bank and managed by Bridge Ventures, LLC, is powered by Squads Protocol and features smart spending controls including account limits and time locks to help protect users’ balances. According to the Fuse team, this setup blends the benefits of traditional debit cards with the principles of Web3, particularly around self-custody and control.

At launch, the Fuse Card is only available to U.S. residents, though not in all states. It excludes users from New York, Florida, Alaska, and Louisiana. Additionally, the company has stated that it plans to expand availability to more regions in the future. However, it did not give a specific timeline.

While not a bank itself, Squads Labs has built the infrastructure behind the Fuse Card product. Users are encouraged to visit the official Fuse Wallet website for more information and disclosures.

This launch marks a significant milestone for Fuse as it continues its mission to make crypto usable in everyday life. The Fuse Card is user-friendly as it removes top-up requirements and allows users to quickly and easily make purchases with their preferred cryptocurrency.