TechFlow News, September 23 — According to CoinDesk, K33 Research analyst David Zimmerman noted that despite skepticism surrounding the MEME coin craze, real-world applications of cryptocurrency are already emerging. The stablecoin market has reached a valuation of $175 billion, becoming a significant financial tool in emerging markets. In payments, Mastercard's collaboration with Mercuryo enables over 100 million merchants to accept crypto payments; PayPal and Venmo have integrated Ethereum Name Service (ENS) to simplify transfer processes.
In communications, DePIN project Helium has attracted 113,000 users for its mobile services. On the social front, Telegram—boasting nearly 1 billion monthly active users—has integrated The Open Network (TON), while LINE, with 230 million monthly active users, has partnered with Kaia to advance cryptocurrency adoption in instant messaging. Southeast Asia’s major ride-hailing app TADA launched "TADA Mini," allowing users to pay fares via Telegram using TON or USDT.
Zimmerman emphasized that these developments indicate cryptocurrencies are gradually integrating into daily life, delivering tangible value to users. While MEME coins still hold a significant market share, the more serious side of the crypto industry is steadily progressing, offering innovative solutions to real-world problems.
