Gemini Launches Solana Credit Card with Automated Staking Rewards

Gemini has partnered with Solana to launch the Gemini Solana Credit Card, the first credit card offering rewards in SOL for every dollar spent. This unique card automatically stakes earned SOL, allowing users to passively grow their rewards over time. The limited-edition, 16-gram card features a sleek metallic finish and Solana’s signature gradient. It is initially available to US residents but can be used globally with no foreign transaction fees. The Gemini Solana Credit Card stands out from traditional rewards cards due to its direct stake in the Solana ecosystem. When users make purchases in dollars, their rewards are automatically converted into SOL, which is then staked for passive earnings, similar to interest on a savings account. This innovative model reflects a growing trend of crypto reward programs where users prefer accumulating digital assets through daily spending rather than buying them directly, as a 2024 PYMNTS Intelligence report found that 38% of US crypto owners prefer this approach.