Ready restricts USDC card access for non-EEA users following provider change
- Ready has deactivated USDC card functionality for users outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
- Users received notifications stating their Ready Card would be deactivated within an hour due to changes with the card provider.
- Affected users criticized the short notice and expressed frustration over delayed features like Apple Pay support.
- Ready will issue automatic refunds for any remaining subscription periods within ten business days.
- The previous issuer was Kulipa, but details on the new provider remain unclear.
The recent restriction highlights concerns over rapid changes in access to crypto-linked payment cards, particularly when providers shift. Users can still hold and transfer USDC on-chain despite card access being halted.
With the sudden deactivation of services for non-EEA users, Ready’s approach raises questions about communication and user experience in the crypto space. Users were informed of their card deactivation with minimal notice, leading to dissatisfaction with the company’s product management.(Source)
