BVNK Obtains MiCA License, Publishes Stablecoin Report

BVNK Stablecoin Utility Report 2026 Insights

BVNK has also released their global stablecoin report today, diving into worldwide trends as stablecoin adoption continues to increase. This was made with collaboration from leading research teams from large institutions and industry players YouGov, Coinbase and Artemis.

This was a report compiled based on the participation of nearly 4500+ participants in 15 countries. Overall, these are individuals who have some experience with holding or planning to buy stablecoins in the near future - both scenarios received over 50% of engagement.

Here are a few insights from the comprehensive report (to gain full access, go to BVNK’s utility page and sign up for the download):

> Over 50% of holders acquired stablecoins in just the last year.

> Holders favours a younger audience and creators, gig workers, and entrepreneurs.

> Creators and gig workers are more likely to receive their payouts in stablecoins (1/3) and have been given better opportunity to conduct business across borders.

> Africa is the only region where ownership is balanced between genders, with other emerging market regions seeing less balance and developed countries favouring men.

> The wallet landscape is still favouring CEXs (Centralised Exchanges), payment apps, crypto wallets. However, users are willing to consider banks and fintechs in the future.

> The leading reason for global stablecoin adoption is cheaper cost and higher security, followed closely by ease of cross-border settlement and speed of transactions.

> Stablecoins mirror the movement of payments and transfers, not just deposits, as most holders send stablecoins elsewhere or convert to fiat within a few weeks of receipt.

> Emerging economies are showing the highest rates of adoption, with Africa accounting for 79% of the given responses amongst other regions.

> Everyday online purchases, subscriptions management, single large purchases, trading and travel are seeing the highest desired spending use-cases ones adoption broadens.

> The existing spending volumes and desired is highest in Nigeria, India, and South Africa; although countries such as Mexico, Columbia, and Australia trail very closely.

> 77% of participants showed interest in receiving invoices and salaries in stablecoins