In February, stablecoins surpassed the US ACH network in transaction volume, reaching $7.2 trillion. This growth indicates their emerging role as a global payment infrastructure, enhancing financial accessibility without traditional banking constraints.

Blockchain analytics platform Artemis’ data shows that the 30-day rolling trading volume of stablecoins reached $7.2 trillion in February, for the first time surpassing the $6.8 trillion of the U.S. ACH network. This milestone is the result of the stablecoin market’s rapid growth over the past six years, suggesting it may break through $2 trillion under future regulatory support. The characteristics of stablecoins allow them to operate globally 24/7, highlighting a fundamental difference from traditional payment systems.