Ecosystem
Integration with Celo and Tether (USDT) fuels rapid growth, signaling a shift toward accessible digital finance across the continent.
September 17, 2025

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MiniPay, a dollar stablecoin wallet built on the Celo blockchain, has successfully verified over 10 million user wallets via phone number, demonstrating significant traction in its mission to bring accessible financial tools to Africa. The platform is integrated into the Opera Mini browser, offering a seamless experience for users to send, receive, and store digital assets.
The integration of Tether (USDT) has been a key factor in its growth, providing users with access to a stable digital currency. This milestone underscores a broader trend of stablecoin adoption in emerging markets, where users are seeking stable stores of value and efficient payment rails.
The growth of MiniPay highlights the increasing importance of user-friendly, mobile-first solutions in driving financial inclusion. By simplifying the onboarding process and focusing on a core use case, MiniPay is effectively bridging the gap between traditional finance and the digital asset ecosystem for millions of users.
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