Interactive Brokers has launched stablecoin funding for brokerage accounts, allowing eligible clients to deposit funds and begin trading traditional securities across 170 global markets within minutes. The service operates 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
The new capability addresses longstanding cross border funding challenges for international investors, particularly in regions where USD wire transfers are expensive, slow, or require multiple correspondent banking relationships. Stablecoin transfers settle near instantly with lower costs than traditional wire transfers (for smallish transfers), enabling clients to fund accounts outside local business hours and trade immediately.
“Stablecoin funding provides international investors with the speed and flexibility required in today’s markets. Clients can transfer funds and begin trading within minutes, while also reducing transaction costs,” said Milan Galik, CEO of Interactive Brokers.
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