Stripe Stablecoin Architect Exits as Bridge Expands Across 100 Plus Markets

TLDR

• Stripe stablecoin partnerships head Connor Fitzgerald exits Bridge

• Bridge stablecoin platform now operates across more than 100 markets

• EU approvals let Bridge expand regulated services across 27 countries

• Visa partnership targets stablecoin card rollout in 100-plus countries

• Stripe strengthens stablecoin strategy despite leadership transition

Stripe has lost the executive who helped build its global stablecoin card infrastructure after Connor Fitzgerald left the company. The departure comes as Stripe continues expanding regulated stablecoin payment services across more than 100 markets. The move follows major product launches, regulatory approvals, and broader expansion plans for blockchain-based payments.

Stripe Built Global Stablecoin Infrastructure Through Bridge

Connor Fitzgerald left Stripe after helping establish the company’s stablecoin card infrastructure following its acquisition of Bridge. He joined Bridge one month after the acquisition and focused on building sponsor bank relationships. He also developed partnerships with payment networks that supported global card issuance.

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