Capital One Acquires Brex to Boost Corporate Credit Cards and Stablecoin Payments

In a strategic move to expand its financial technology offerings, banking giant Capital One has agreed to acquire Brex, a leading platform for corporate credit cards and stablecoin payment solutions. The acquisition aims to integrate Brex's innovative technology, which enables businesses to manage expenses and utilize digital currency payments, directly into Capital One's suite of services. This deal highlights the growing institutional interest in bridging traditional finance with the digital asset ecosystem, particularly for B2B transactions. Analysts view the merger as a significant step for mainstream adoption of stablecoin-based payments within corporate treasury management.