TLDR
- Opera stock jumped 15% after MiniPay wallet added support for Tether’s USDT and gold-backed XAUT.
- MiniPay processed over $153 million in stablecoin transactions in December 2025.
- The wallet now has 12.6 million activated accounts and 3.64 million onchain users.
- MiniPay connects users to Binance, Partna, and Fonbank for crypto on- and off-ramps.
Opera Limited saw its stock price increase by more than 15% following its announcement of enhanced cryptocurrency features in its MiniPay wallet. The wallet will now support Tether’s widely used USDT and its gold-backed token XAUT. This update aims to simplify access to digital assets for users in developing regions.
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Opera’s stock, which dropped to a low of $12.40 in recent days, rose to $14.65 after the news. The announcement helped reverse a week-long decline in share value and brought renewed investor interest.
MiniPay Processes $153 Million in Monthly Transactions
According to Opera, MiniPay processed over $153 million in stablecoin transactions in December 2025. This volume reflects strong demand for crypto tools that are simple to use and available within mobile apps.
The company reported that MiniPay has reached 12.6 million activated wallets and serves 3.64 million users onchain. Opera emphasized that the wallet allows people to use stablecoins without dealing with technical steps like managing keys or interacting directly with blockchain interfaces.
Access to Stablecoins in Emerging Markets
Opera said the MiniPay wallet is not a financial institution, but it acts as a gateway by linking users to on- and off-ramp partners. These include Binance, Fonbank, and Partna, which help convert between fiat and crypto assets.
The goal is to offer stablecoin access where traditional banking systems may be limited. Opera’s “Pay like a local” feature lets users make payments through popular national services. This includes Mercado Pago in Argentina, Pix in Brazil, SEPA in Europe, and bank transfers in Nigeria.
Tether’s 2025 Growth Supports Integration
Tether recently reported a net profit of over $10 billion in 2025, supported by growing demand for its USDT stablecoin. The company said this growth was also fueled by investments in U.S. Treasury securities and monthly purchases of up to $1 billion in gold.
Opera’s inclusion of Tether’s USDT and gold-backed XAUT in MiniPay comes as part of a broader move to bring digital dollar and gold alternatives to more users. Tether’s assets are increasingly used in regions with inflation concerns, adding relevance to their integration in mainstream apps like Opera.
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