On April 15, 2026, API-first infrastructure platform Stables announced a strategic partnership with settlement provider Mansa to launch a dedicated liquidity layer for fiat-to-USDT corridors in Asia. The initiative aims to bypass fragmented banking systems and enable instant settlement for fintechs and developers, bridging what the companies call Asia's stablecoin connectivity gap.
Asia's Stablecoin Market Reality
According to shared data, Asia drives 60% of global stablecoin flows, yet only 1% of local banks currently support the technology, leaving 150 currencies underserved. Mansa, which has processed over $394 million across 40 currency corridors since its launch in August 2024, will provide the settlement liquidity underpinning the integration. Stables, meanwhile, has seen rapid institutional adoption, now processing more than $1.5 billion in annualized payment volume through its single API that covers compliance, banking and settlement across 150 currencies.
Stables' Compliance-First Approach
Stables positions itself as a compliance-first solution, holding licenses in Australia, Europe and Canada, and handling identity verification, sanctions screening and travel rule requirements. Its API offers a regulated alternative to unregulated payment rails. "Asia is the world's most active stablecoin market, yet the underlying pipes are broken," said Bernardo Bilotta, CEO and co-founder of Stables. "By partnering with Mansa, we are providing the deep liquidity necessary to turn USDT into a functional tool for cross-border commerce at scale."
Mansa's Liquidity Role
Mansa supplies short-term liquidity that stabilizes corridors during volatile periods, ensuring reliable on-ramps and off-ramps. This mirrors the evolution of traditional fintech, where orchestration layers integrate specialized partners to deliver seamless user experiences. "Stables has built exactly what Asia's stablecoin market has been missing — a compliance-first API that works across 150 currencies," said Mouloukou Sanoh, co-founder and CEO of Mansa. "We're excited to be the liquidity behind it, making sure the capital is there when the volume shows up."
Outlook and Ecosystem Growth
The partnership marks the first in a series of ecosystem developments for Stables, reinforcing its role as the orchestration layer for USDT in Asia. As demand grows from fintechs and institutions for efficient cross-border settlement, Stables continues to expand its corridor network, aiming to make stablecoins a practical tool for commerce across the region.