Tether-backed mobile payments app Oobit has announced native support for Phantom, the leading wallet in Solana ecosystem.
The integration directly connects Solana-based assets to Visa’s global payment infrastructure, expanding how Solana can be used beyond on-chain activity and into everyday commerce.
The update allows Phantom users to spend their crypto at scale, bridging non-custodial wallets with traditional payment rails without introducing new friction at checkout.
One-Tap Payments Across Global Merchants
At the center of the integration is Oobit’s DePay solution, which enables one-tap “Tap & Pay” transactions. Phantom users can now make payments at more than 80 million merchants worldwide that accept Visa, using the same contactless flow found in standard card payments.
The experience is designed to mirror traditional mobile payments, while drawing value directly from Solana-based assets. Transactions settle instantly from the user’s wallet, removing the need for intermediaries at the point of purchase.
Self-Custody Maintained Until Purchase
A key aspect of the integration is that users retain full control of their funds until the moment a transaction is executed. Assets remain in the user’s non-custodial Phantom wallet, with no requirement to pre-load balances into a centralized exchange or custodial account.
At checkout, Oobit automatically converts supported Solana assets such as SOL, USDC, or USDT into local fiat currency. Merchants receive instant fiat settlement, while users interact solely with their crypto balances in the background.
Built on an Expanding Wallet Ecosystem
While the announcement centers on Phantom, Oobit’s platform already supports several other major non-custodial wallets, including MetaMask, Trust Wallet, and Coinbase Wallet. The Phantom integration adds direct access to one of the most active user bases in crypto, particularly within the Solana ecosystem.
Part of Oobit’s Broader Global Push
The Phantom rollout follows Oobit’s aggressive international expansion in late 2025. The company recently launched services in the United States through a partnership with Bakkt and expanded operations in Brazil. By adding Phantom support, Oobit is positioning Solana as a practical payment layer rather than a network used primarily for trading and speculation.
The integration underscores a broader push to move crypto into real-world spending, linking high-activity blockchain ecosystems directly with established global payment networks.