
Base Processes $565B in Stablecoin Volume, Challenging Ethereum's Payment Dominance
Visa data shows Base handling $565B in stablecoins, signaling a shift in crypto payments to Layer 2 networks.
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Visa data shows Base handling $565B in stablecoins, signaling a shift in crypto payments to Layer 2 networks.
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