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Bermuda Taps Circle and Coinbase to Launch National Onchain Economy Pilot

USDC-based government payments will begin in pilots following the Davos announcement.

Overview

  • Circle and Coinbase will deploy stablecoin payment rails, enterprise infrastructure, and tokenization tools across government, banks, insurers, merchants, and consumers.
  • The program includes nationwide digital finance education to equip residents and businesses for secure wallet use and onchain services.
  • Participation is voluntary under a non-exclusive framework that leaves room for additional technology providers.
  • The initiative builds on Bermuda’s 2018 Digital Asset Business Act and early licensing of both firms under the island’s regulatory regime.
  • Early trials saw local merchants accept USDC with lower fees, with a broader push and consumer stimulus slated for the May 11–14, 2026 Digital Finance Forum.