Opera announces support for Celo stablecoins in its crypto wallet app

Opera announces support for Celo stablecoins in its crypto wallet app

Opera has added Celo-based stablecoins to the list of supported assets in its wallet app. According to a release issued on Friday, the inclusion of stablecoins is part of a broader integration with the Celo (CELO) network. Opera says the move will enable greater payment flexibility for millions of its users around the world.Celo’s stablecoins are tied to their respective fiat currency pegs with both cUSD and cEUR reportedly backed by a basket of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH), held in the Celo Reserve.Commenting on the news, Cuautemoc Weber, head of crypto and....


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