🚀 **Breaking News: Stripe Acquires Stablecoin Platform Bridge for $1.1B!** 🚀

- **Deal Details:** Payments giant Stripe has acquired stablecoin platform Bridge for $1.1 billion, confirmed by TechCrunch co-founder Michael Arrington.

- **About Bridge:** Founded in 2022 by ex-Coinbase execs, Bridge specializes in creating, transferring, and storing stablecoins.

- **Stripe’s Crypto Expansion:** This move aligns with Stripe's re-entry into the crypto sector, focusing on stablecoin payments for faster and cheaper transactions.

- **Market Impact:** Stablecoin usage is surging, with market cap hitting $170B in Q3 2024. Experts predict it could reach $3T by 2030.

💬 **What do you think about Stripe’s latest move? Share your thoughts below!** 💬