SoFi Launches First U.S. National Bank-Issued Stablecoin
May 28, 2026 (12 hr ago)
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SoFi Technologies has launched SoFiUSD, becoming the first U.S. national bank to integrate a proprietary stablecoin directly into its retail banking platform for millions of users.
SoFiUSD Stablecoin Integration
- SoFiUSD is issued by SoFi Bank, N.A., and is redeemable 1:1 for U.S. dollars, providing a regulated digital asset option for its 15 million members.1, 2, 4
- The stablecoin is available on Ethereum and Solana, with infrastructure supported by a partnership with digital asset custodian BitGo.1
- Future plans include enabling members to convert SoFiUSD into tokenized deposits, cross-border value transfers, and institutional trading via the Bullish exchange.2
Strategic Business Growth and Acquisitions
- SoFi reported 42.6% year-over-year revenue growth and Q1 revenue of $1.09 billion, driven by increased adoption of banking and lending services.4, 5
- The company completed the acquisition of Peach Finance to expand its lending capabilities and strengthen its enterprise technology infrastructure.4, 5
- SoFi is launching a new cloud-based core system for SoFi Money in July to enhance operational efficiency.5
Operational Performance and Risk Factors
- While revenue growth remains strong, the company reported a 27% year-over-year decline in Technology Platform revenue.3
- Personal loan charge-offs increased to 3.03% from 2.80% sequentially, highlighting potential credit risks within the lending portfolio.3
- CEO Anthony Noto has demonstrated confidence in the company's trajectory by purchasing 116,323 shares since March.3
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