The technology giant is taking steps to re-enter the digital payments space by initiating a formal request-for-proposal process with third-party providers. According to sources familiar with the matter, Stripe stands out as a leading candidate for a pilot rollout, though no official confirmation has been made by either side.
Stripe’s acquisition of stablecoin infrastructure firm Bridge last year and CEO Patrick Collison’s appointment to Meta’s board in 2025 have fueled speculation about deepening strategic cooperation. Rather than issuing its own token, Meta is said to be considering a partnership model to maintain regulatory flexibility.
Meta previously abandoned its Libra, later rebranded as Diem, following significant regulatory pressure. With a more defined legal framework for stablecoins now taking shape in the United States, the environment appears more favorable. If implemented, the integration could enhance Meta’s position in social commerce and cross-border digital payments.
