Stripe’s Bet On Crypto Reveals Shifting Payment Landscape
BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA – MARCH 17.
In a move that might appear modest on the surface but carries profound implications for the future of global payments, Stripe has acquired Bridge, a startup specializing in stablecoin payment infrastructure, for approximately $1.1 billion.
While Bridge’s current metrics, with revenue some market participants estimate to be at $10-12 million, might raise eyebrows at the price tag, a deeper analysis reveals the strategic calculus behind this acquisition and its potential to reshape the payments industry.
Bridge’s Strategic Value Proposition
The acquisition appears to be driven less by Bridge’s current financial performance and more by its strategic positioning at the intersection of…
