Coinbase Report: Fortune 500 Companies Accelerate Entry, SME Cryptocurrency Adoption Soars

Original Title: "Coinbase Report: 60% of Fortune 500 Companies Actively Exploring Blockchain, Cryptocurrency Adoption Surges Among SMBs"

Author: Editor Jr., BlockTempo

U.S.-listed cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase released its latest quarterly report, **"The State of Crypto,"** yesterday (10th), unveiling the rapid adoption of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies among global enterprises. The report highlighted that approximately 60% of Fortune 500 executives stated their companies are currently actively "engaged in blockchain projects," underscoring blockchain technology as a key driver for corporate transformation.

The report cited a survey conducted by EY-Parthenon in January 2025, which found that nearly one-fifth of Fortune 500 executives consider blockchain projects to be central to their long-term strategy, marking a 47% increase from the previous year. Additionally, Coinbase disclosed that over 80% of institutional investors plan to increase their cryptocurrency investments by 2025, showcasing a steadily growing confidence in digital assets.

Significant Growth in Blockchain Adoption Among SMBs  

The report also revealed a notable increase in blockchain adoption among small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), with more SMBs testing cryptocurrency payment tools and stablecoins. More than 80% of surveyed SMBs indicated that cryptocurrencies effectively address specific financial "pain points," such as simplifying invoice management and accounts receivable processes. Among SMBs yet to adopt cryptocurrencies, 46% plan to integrate blockchain technology into their operations within the next three years.

The report further noted that nearly three-quarters of respondents believe regulatory clarity will serve as the "next catalyst" for industry growth. Coinbase emphasized the need for the U.S. to enact legislation such as the **"GENIUS Stablecoin Act"** and the **"CLARITY Market Structure Act"** to unlock the full potential of cryptocurrencies and drive innovation.

Stablecoins Emerging as a Core Force in Blockchain Applications

In the stablecoin market, Coinbase's survey indicated that stablecoins are becoming a core force in blockchain applications, with global stablecoin holders surpassing 161 million and supply growing by 54% annually. In 2024, the annual stablecoin transaction volume reached $27.6 trillion, surpassing the combined transaction volume of Visa and Mastercard that same year, which totaled $7.68 trillion. December 2024 saw a record-breaking monthly transaction volume of $719 billion, followed closely by April 2025 with $717 billion, demonstrating the immense potential of stablecoins in enabling instant global payments.

Coinbase emphasizes that the use cases for stablecoins include near-instant low-cost cross-border remittances, reducing payment processing fees, improving payroll efficiency, combating inflation, and providing a payment bridge for the unbanked. Stablecoins and blockchain technology are reshaping the global financial system, and 2025 is expected to be a breakthrough year for stablecoins.

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