DoorDash Inc. (NASDAQ: DASH) has announced plans to integrate stablecoin payments across its global platform, enabling users, merchants, and delivery drivers to settle transactions using digital currencies in over 40 countries. This initiative aims to enhance payout speed, reduce cross-border transfer costs, and offer greater payment flexibility. The move marks a significant shift towards blockchain-based financial systems for mainstream consumer platforms.The announcement coincided with a 3.87% drop in DoorDash's stock, closing at $182.45. Despite the initial decline, after-hours trading saw a slight recovery, with shares rising to $183.91. The integration of stablecoin payments is expected to improve operational efficiency and potentially bolster DoorDash's international expansion efforts, as the company continues to process billions in transactions each quarter.