Samsung Wallet adds USDC transfers on Solana for US Galaxy users

Samsung is putting a stablecoin in the same app where people keep their boarding passes. On October 7, 2026, Samsung Electronics said its Wallet and Pay apps will support USDC transfers on the Solana blockchain for eligible US users. The rollout is scheduled for the last week of October. It covers 82 million compatible Galaxy devices. How the Samsung Wallet USDC feature works USDC is a stablecoin, a digital token designed to track the US dollar one for one. Inside Samsung Wallet, eligible users will be able to send USDC to external wallets that accept it. They can also convert it into local currency and deposit it into bank accounts in more than 60 countries. Samsung says it will not charge a fee for sending USDC to external wallets. That is not the same as free, though. Network fees or fees on the recipient’s side may still apply. Access comes with guardrails. The service is limited to US residents who are 18 or older. Users must pass identity verification and confirm transactions with biometric authentication. The feature requires a compatible device running Android 13 or later. The partners behind the curtain Samsung is not building the plumbing alone. Solana provides the blockc...