Singapore’s leading department store chain Metro has announced that it will accept stablecoin payments for both online and in-store transactions. A collaboration with Singapore-based crypto payment service Dtcpay facilitates this shift towards digital payment options.
Metro consumers may now make purchases with stablecoins including Tether (USDT), USD Coin (USDC), First Digital USD (FDUSD), and Worldwide USD (WUSD) with this new capability. These digital assets give a consistent substitute for conventional cryptocurrencies, therefore lowering price volatility issues and providing a seamless shopping experience.
Two Metro retail sites—Metro Paragon and Metro Woodlands—currently have stablecoin payments enabled. Erwin Wuysang-Oei, Metro’s Chief Operating Officer, underlined that this project complements the company’s dedication to improving client experiences by means of technology developments. The acceptance of stablecoins marked a significant milestone for Metro, positioning the retailer at the forefront of digital payment innovation.
Adoption of cryptocurrencies has been increasing in Singapore; stablecoins are now a favorite digital payment tool because of their price consistency. Given that Dtcpay has chosen to phase out support for more erratic cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum by the end of 2025, their recent change toward giving stablecoin transactions top priority fits this trend.
Metro’s official website has not yet shown this upgrade in its payment options, even as the news implies that stablecoin payments are offered both online and in physical stores. Still, the action marks a more general turn toward including digital currencies into mainstream retail, opening the path for more developments in digital payment systems.
