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The rise of digital currencies is reshaping finance, making payments news vital for tracking blockchain-based transactions. From stablecoins to central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), crypto payments are transforming commerce. As merchants, fintech firms, and regulators adapt, the push for faster, cheaper, and borderless payments continues to accelerate.
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In a regional first, SukuPay’s crypto-native payment infrastructure is now powering cross-border remittances inside Banco Industrial’s mobile app, Zigi — marking a significant shift in how Latin American banks adopt blockchain technology. The integration allows Guatemalan users to receive U.S.-based…
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Circle has officially launched the mainnet for its Circle Payments Network. The CPN will be a new blockchain-based system designed to facilitate real-time cross-border payments and settlements using its stablecoin, USDC (USDC). The CPN is built to support business-to-business payments,…
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Revolut has partnered with Lightspark to integrate Bitcoin’s Lightning Network into its payments infrastructure for users in the UK and select European Economic Area countries. Revolut is now using Bitcoin’s (BTC) Lightning Network through Lightspark to let users send crypto…
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Bitget Wallet becomes the first digital wallet to integrate itself with Paydify, allowing users to make stablecoin payments at select physical and online merchants. According to the press release sent to crypto.news, the non-custodial crypto wallet has partnered with crypto…
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Metamask is teaming up with Mastercard and crypto payments company Baanx to launch a metal payment card that will let users spend crypto straight from their wallets without giving up control. In an Apr. 28 press release, payment card manufacturer…
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Tether has announced a strategic investment in Fizen Limited, a fintech company focused on self-custody wallets and digital payments. Tether is teaming up with Fizen to boost the real-world use of stablecoins and help out those who don’t have access…
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Kraken partners with payment card giant Mastercard to make crypto payments available for users at over 150 million merchants across U.K. and European regions. According to the official press release, the partnership will build upon the already established Kraken Pay,…
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MoonPay has secured registration as a Virtual Asset Service Provider in Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, further expanding its regulated global operations. The registration, approved by the Jersey Financial Services Commission, allows MoonPay to offer crypto on-ramp, off-ramp,…
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This is the fifth article in a series of articles written by Selva Ozelli focused on stablecoins, tokenized deposits, CBDC, memecoins, and more…
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Web3 banking firm Vaulta has announced a strategic partnership with digital asset provider VirgoCX Global Holdings to launch VirgoPay. VirgoPay will be a cross-border remittance network that integrates stablecoins to reduce transfer fees and speed up transactions. Set to launch…
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To unlock the full potential of AI in web3, we must address the payment problem head-on with intelligent stablecoins and dedicated financial infrastructure.
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Rain, a global card issuing platform that uses stablecoins, has secured $24.5 million in funding led by Norwest Venture Partners. Additional participants include Galaxy Ventures, Goldcrest, Thayer, and Hard Yaka, alongside existing investors such as Lightspeed Venture Partners, Coinbase Ventures,…
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MoonPay has secured a $200 million revolving credit line from Galaxy, a major digital asset financial services firm, as the crypto industry experiences renewed momentum. The funding will provide MoonPay with liquidity to handle rising transaction volumes and support its…
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MoonPay has received a Money Transmitter License from the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. This license allows the company to expand its services in the state, according to a press release shared with crypto.news. This means that Wisconsin residents can…
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MoonPay has acquired Iron, an API-driven stablecoin infrastructure startup, in a move to enhance its enterprise payment solutions. This marks MoonPay’s second major acquisition in two months, reinforcing its ambition to lead the growing stablecoin payments sector. With Iron’s technology,…
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FTX’s bankruptcy costs are approaching $1 billion, making it one of the most expensive Chapter 11 cases in U.S. history. Court records show that nearly $948 million has been paid to legal and financial firms working on the case, with…
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