Gemini Launches Solana Credit Card With Auto-Staking Rewards
New York – October 20, 2025
Gemini is bringing blockchain mechanics into everyday finance with the launch of its Solana Edition Credit Card, which automatically stakes rewards for users — turning daily spending into active participation in Solana’s network security.
The new card allows holders to earn up to 4% back in SOL on purchases such as gas, EV charging, and rideshare services. What makes it stand out is its auto-staking feature, where earned SOL rewards are automatically staked through Gemini’s internal system, generating network yields of up to 6.77%.
According to Gemini, this process happens seamlessly within the platform, requiring no manual intervention. The staking is handled via Solana’s decentralized validator network, with Gemini serving as the intermediary between users and the blockchain.
The card follows Gemini’s earlier Bitcoin (BTC) and XRP card editions and underscores the company’s ongoing effort to blend traditional financial tools with crypto-native incentives.
How It Works
New applicants can activate the auto-staking feature when signing up, while existing Gemini cardholders can enable it through their rewards settings once they select Solana (SOL) as their preferred asset.
Rewards are staked automatically through Gemini’s validator system, which uses Solana’s smart contracts and consensus mechanisms to support transaction validation. The system ensures that cardholders not only earn staking income but also help secure the Solana network.
Why Solana?
Gemini said its choice of Solana was based on the blockchain’s strong ecosystem performance, developer activity, and high transaction throughput. The company highlighted Solana’s “robust and active community” and cited its status as one of the fastest-growing blockchain platforms.
Internally, Gemini’s data showed that users who held SOL rewards for at least one year saw their value rise by 299.1%, according to a company analysis from July — a figure used to emphasize the long-term potential of staking-based rewards.
A Step Deeper Into Solana’s Ecosystem
The Solana credit card launch follows Gemini’s recent addition of USDT and USDC transfers on Solana, which the company praised for its low fees and fast settlement times.
This move marks Gemini’s latest step toward deeper integration with Solana’s ecosystem, signaling confidence in the network’s scalability and efficiency.
Market Reaction
Following the announcement, Gemini’s stock rose 5% on Monday to $20.67, offering a modest rebound after months of downward pressure. The company, which went public earlier this year at $28 per share, raised over $425 million during its Nasdaq IPO but has since faced volatility amid broader crypto market trends.
Industry Impact
Analysts say Gemini’s new Solana card could redefine how consumers interact with crypto rewards, transforming passive earning into active blockchain participation.
By merging staking, spending, and reward mechanics, Gemini is positioning itself as a bridge between mainstream finance and decentralized ecosystems — a move that could set a new standard for crypto-integrated financial products.
