StraitsX expands stablecoin card support to Samsung Pay in Singapore

Singapore-based digital asset platform StraitsX has integrated Samsung Pay into its stablecoin-based card issuance infrastructure, the company announced. The move allows card issuers using the StraitsX platform to offer users the ability to register their cards with Samsung Wallet, enabling contactless payments on compatible Samsung devices.

Expanding digital payment options

With this integration, StraitsX now supports all three major mobile wallet platforms: Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay. The addition is a significant step for the platform, which focuses on issuing cards backed by stablecoins such as the StraitsX Singapore Dollar (XSGD) and the StraitsX US Dollar (XUSD). Cardholders can now make contactless payments at merchants that accept Samsung Pay, broadening the utility of stablecoins for everyday transactions.

StraitsX operates under a Major Payment Institution license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The company’s infrastructure is designed to bridge traditional finance and digital assets, allowing businesses to issue payment cards that are funded by stablecoins. The new Samsung Pay support is part of a broader effort to make stablecoin-based spending more seamless for end users.

Implications for the stablecoin ecosystem

The integration is notable because it moves stablecoins closer to mainstream payment rails. While stablecoins are widely used for trading and remittance, their use in point-of-sale transactions has been limited. By enabling support for Samsung Pay, StraitsX is helping to close that gap, making it easier for consumers to spend stablecoins at physical retail locations.

For businesses issuing cards through StraitsX, the addition of Samsung Pay means they can offer a more comprehensive mobile payment experience. This could be particularly appealing in markets like Singapore, where Samsung has a significant smartphone user base. The move also aligns with broader trends in the payments industry, where contactless and mobile wallet usage continues to grow.

What this means for users

For end users, the practical benefit is straightforward: if they have a compatible Samsung device and a card issued through the StraitsX platform, they can now add that card to Samsung Wallet and tap to pay at any contactless terminal. The process is similar to adding a traditional bank card to a mobile wallet. This removes friction for users who prefer Samsung Pay over other mobile wallet options.

The development also reinforces the idea that stablecoins are becoming more integrated into the daily financial lives of consumers, rather than being used solely for speculative trading or cross-border transfers.

Conclusion

StraitsX’s addition of Samsung Pay support is a practical expansion of its stablecoin card infrastructure. By covering all three major mobile wallets, the platform is making it easier for users to spend stablecoins in real-world settings. The move reflects a maturing digital asset ecosystem, where infrastructure providers are focusing on usability and integration with existing payment systems. For now, the service is available to card issuers using the StraitsX platform, with end users benefiting from the added convenience.

FAQs

Q1: What is StraitsX?
StraitsX is a Singapore-based digital asset platform licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. It provides infrastructure for issuing payment cards backed by stablecoins like XSGD and XUSD.

Q2: How does Samsung Pay support work with StraitsX cards?
Card issuers using the StraitsX platform can enable Samsung Pay support. End users can then add their StraitsX-issued card to Samsung Wallet and make contactless payments at merchants that accept Samsung Pay.

Q3: Which stablecoins are supported on the StraitsX platform?
StraitsX issues cards backed by its own stablecoins: the StraitsX Singapore Dollar (XSGD) and the StraitsX US Dollar (XUSD).