Crypto casinos: Why stablecoins are changing the game - Film Daily

Stablecoins are remaking crypto casino finance by replacing Bitcoin's volatility with dollar-pegged tokens. In 2025, crypto casino transaction volume reached about $81 billion, and by 2026 stablecoins dominated deposits, bets, and withdrawals on these platforms. Within stablecoins, USDT accounts for roughly 60% of the stablecoin share. Chainalysis tracked $28 trillion in real transfers in 2025, and by April 2026 stablecoin market capitalization reached about $317 billion. Operators say stability reduces friction for casual users, with volatility no longer eroding bankrolls during deposits or cash-outs. Regulators followed with the GENIUS Act in July 2025 and Europe's MiCA regime, creating a clearer framework that attracts institutional liquidity and established brands to dollar-pegged tokens.