Crypto card startups are racking up losses just to buy your loyalty with big rewards

Francisco Rodrigues · CoinDesk · Nov 1, 2026, 3:00 PM

Providers are betting trading, lending and staking revenue can cover rewards and turn card users into profitable customers.

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