- Stellar has selected Zebec to launch real-time stablecoin payments on its network. This is Zebec’s first native payroll outside of Solana.
- This rollout connects Stellar’s payroll streaming to: $USDC Access to wallet and MoneyGram.
Stellar has partnered with Zebec to introduce real-time stablecoin payroll across the Stellar network. of roll out This marks the first time Zebec has introduced native streaming payroll outside of Solana. It also expands the existing relationship between the two networks, which were already working together through Zebec’s card infrastructure.
Under the new system, businesses will be able to pay their employees through continuous streaming payments in real time, rather than at set intervals. Employees receive funds directly in their digital wallets and have immediate access.
.@StellarOrg has selected Zebec as the global stablecoin payroll infrastructure provider for the Stellar ecosystem.
This expands our partnership with one of the original blockchain networks in cryptocurrency to power global payments and remittances. This also includes direct integration into cryptocurrencies. pic.twitter.com/VMEvFaqb6b
— Zebec Network (@Zebec_HQ) March 19, 2026
The new service will start with core payroll functionality and expand over time. Later phases will add payment features such as fiat on-ramps, off-ramps, and remittance connections. This structure combines payroll, wallet access, and spending options into one payment flow.
The partnership puts Stellar at the center of Zebec’s latest push into payments-focused blockchain networks. Stella has built a network around cross-border transactions and stablecoin remittances.
Stellar processes hundreds of thousands of transactions every day, including more than 250,000 transactions. $USDC transaction. The amount of stablecoins on the network reaches tens of millions of dollars every day. Transaction fees are typically less than 1 cent and support high-frequency payment activities such as streaming payroll.
In February, Zebec entered the Canton Network in partnership with Lattice Finance and launched the Lattice Card Program. CNF reported The rollout includes a Mastercard debit card with CC support, stablecoin funding, and no sign-up or recurring fees.
Stellar and Zebec expand cross-border stablecoin payroll
Payments with Stellar take seconds, allowing businesses to more efficiently manage payroll timing. The network also connects digital assets to local banking systems through an anchor network. The framework supports transfers between blockchain-based funds and local financial rails in multiple markets.
Stellar also maintains relationships with payment providers, fintech companies, and regulated financial institutions. The network complies with the ISO 20022 standard, which is widely used in financial messaging. This compatibility supports payments use cases that require stronger links with existing financial systems.
A key part of the rollout involves Stellar’s relationship with MoneyGram. This integration will allow users to exchange digital dollars for local currencies at more than 450,000 locations in 170 countries.
Payment flows are designed to support both digital usage and cash access. Workers receive their streaming earnings in stablecoins, which they can hold in their wallets and spend or withdraw through connected services. In a market where access to banks remains limited, this model expands payment access for contractors and home workers.
The agreement also supports Zebec’s extensive expansion across multiple blockchain networks. The company is building a unified payments experience that connects payroll, disbursements, and payments across the chain.
Previously CNF covered A Stanford University-affiliated study published by Stellar found that 96% of stablecoin transfers were cleared within an hour, and 99.4% were completed within a day.
