ECB opens digital euro work on ATMs and payment terminals

The initiative targets how a digital euro would operate across existing payment rails, with emphasis on offline transactions and interoperability.

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Crypto.com partners with South Korea’s KG Inicis to enable crypto payments for tourists

Crypto.com has partnered with KG Inicis to introduce crypto payment options for foreign tourists visiting South Korea. The two companies plan to roll out Crypto.com Pay across KG Inicis’ merchant network, according to a March 17 press release. The integration…

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Elon Musk Shares Details On “X Money” — Will Dogecoin, Bitcoin, Ether, XRP, Solana, Cardano Make The Cut?

Elon Musk has confirmed that early public access for the upcoming X Money payment system will launch next month. The announcement immediately sparked speculation across the cryptocurrency sector about whether digital assets could eventually become part of the service.

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Regional banks must partner with crypto startups now or lose out on stablecoin revenues | Opinion

There are hundreds of cryptocurrency payment startups operating across the U.S. that can help regional banks bridge the digital gap.

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Crypto becomes key payment tool for human trafficking networks worldwide: report

Crypto is increasingly becoming a central financial channel for human trafficking networks, enabling operators to move funds quickly across borders without relying on traditional banking systems. A new report from blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis shows that transaction flows linked to suspected trafficking services surged in 2025, highlighting how digital assets are now embedded in criminal […]

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Yuno partners with Crypto.com to expand crypto payments across global merchants

Yuno, a global financial infrastructure platform, has partnered with Crypto. com to roll out Crypto. com Pay across its network of more than 1,000 payment methods, expanding the use of cryptocurrencies at merchant checkouts worldwide.

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One country is moving its economy “fully on-chain” with USDC, but the data reveals a massive hidden catch

Bermuda wants to become the world's first “fully on-chain national economy. ” The announcement, delivered jointly by the island's government, Circle, and Coinbase on Jan. 19, frames the initiative as the deployment of digital asset infrastructure across government agencies, local banks, insurers, small businesses, and consumers, with USDC positioned as the primary payment rail.

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Surge In XRP Transactions: 1.45 Million Daily Users Could Signal Price Rally Ahead, Says Expert

Recent reports indicate that XRP has reached an almost six-month high in daily transactions, marking a pivotal moment for the cryptocurrency as it exhibits increasing adoption across both payment systems and decentralized finance (DeFi) applications.

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AEON integrates Dash payments across 50 million merchants

AEON, a crypto payment and settlement network positioning itself for the emerging AI economy, has partnered with Dash to integrate the $DASH token across its global payments infrastructure. The move is aimed at expanding Dash’s real-world utility while strengthening AEON’s role as a bridge between digital assets, everyday commerce, and future AI-driven payment systems. Under […]

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Morph Network Commits $150M to Drive High-Volume Payments Across Its Onchain Settlement Network

Morph Network has released the Morph Payment Accelerator, a $150M program created to assist businesses that are developing live payment systems onchain.

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Ripple’s XRP Institutional Appeal Skyrockets as Most Notable ISO 20022 Token for Global Payment Systems

Market interest in ISO 20022 tokens has climbed sharply recently. Investors are beginning to understand what these assets represent beyond the usual market narratives. ISO 20022 is the global banking communication standard that unifies how payments, data, and settlements move across institutions.

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UAE Telecom Powerhouse Embraces Dirham Stablecoin In New Payment Trial

e& UAE, United Arab Emirates’ telecom giant, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Al Maryah Community Bank to trial AE Coin, a Central Bank-licensed stablecoin, as a payment option across the telco’s services.

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Revolut Arrives on Trust Wallet, Bringing 0% Fee Crypto Purchases Across Europe

Trust Wallet has added Revolut as a direct payment provider, which allows european users to use Revolut Pay to buy cryptos instantly and at no charge.

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Ethereum Emerges As A Dollar Settlement Powerhouse, Outpacing Traditional Payment Networks – Details

In the broadening blockchain sector, the Ethereum network remains a dominant force, heavily utilized and constantly selected by crypto players to carry out their on-chain operations. A recent report shows that Ethereum is transitioning from blockchain to the big league, as the network overtakes dollar-denominated transactions across digital payments. A Leader In Dollar Transactions With […]

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Circle Secures Full ADGM License as UAE Opens Door to Massive Stablecoin Expansion

Key Takeaways: Circle gains a full Financial Services Permission (FSP) license from Abu Dhabi Global Market, enabling regulated USDC payment and settlement services across the UAE. The company appoints former The post Circle Secures Full ADGM License as UAE Opens Door to Massive Stablecoin Expansion appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

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Sony Bank to launch US dollar pegged stablecoin to power payments in 2026

Sony’s stablecoin aims to reduce payment friction across its gaming and anime platforms.

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Crypto VC Funding: Ripple Labs secures $500m investment, Lava raises $200m

The week of November 2-8, 2025, saw $1. 015 billion in crypto funding across 21 projects, with Ripple Labs’ $500 million strategic round leading. Payment infrastructure and stablecoin solutions dominated the investment sector this week.

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Here’s Why Analysts Believe XRP Price Could Reach Three Digits in the Long Run

Ripple isn’t trying to win the small peer-to-peer payment market anymore. The company is focused on business-to-business (B2B) payments instead.   That’s the part of global finance where companies move enormous amounts of money across borders every single day.

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US retail chain Bealls to accept Bitcoin payments at over 660 locations

U.S.-based retail chain Bealls will start accepting cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and USDC as payment through a partnership with Flexa, a digital payments infrastructure provider. Bealls Inc., which operates over 660 stores across 22 U.S. states, said in an Oct. 20…

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How Close Are We to Smarter, Faster, Better Business with AI Agents?

AI agents are evolving fast, offering automation, adaptability, and collaboration across industries. Web3 boosts their security, enabling safe, autonomous data and payment handling.

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Binance Pay enters South Africa’s checkout lanes through Zapper tie-up

Binance Pay is now live across Zapper’s extensive payment infrastructure, turning everyday QR codes at over 31,000 merchants into crypto on-ramps. The move strategically positions digital assets at the heart of routine consumer spending. According to a blog post dated…

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Fireblocks Launches Payment Network for Cross-Border Stablecoin Flows

Fireblocks launched a payment network connecting stablecoin providers across 100 countries, targeting infrastructure challenges limiting institutional digital currency adoption. The post Fireblocks Launches Payment Network for Cross-Border Stablecoin Flows appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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KuCoin Pay teams up with 2Game Digital to boost Web3 gaming payments

Cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin said its payment platform, KuCoin Pay, has partnered with 2Game Digital, the gaming e-commerce and esports arm of GCL Global Holdings (Nasdaq: GCL). The collaboration is intended to enable cryptocurrency payments across 2Game’s global ecosystem, targeting broader adoption within the gaming community.

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Ripple, Circle back Singapore’s Tazapay in Series B round to scale cross-border payments

Tazapay has secured Series B funding from Ripple, Circle, and Peak XV to accelerate its global licensing push and strengthen cross-border payment solutions across more than 70 markets

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Wyoming’s FRNT stablecoin taps Visa, Kraken for early distribution

Wyoming has launched FRNT stablecoin across seven chains, but the first real-world tests will flow through Visa’s payment network and the Kraken exchange, underscoring how the state is testing its creation with trusted financial pipelines. On August 19, Wyoming Governor…

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Shopify rolling out USDC payments via Coinbase’s Base network

Shopify has begun an early rollout of USDC stablecoin payments through Coinbase’s Base network, marking a major shift in how merchants and customers can transact across borders. In collaboration with Coinbase and Stripe, the e-commerce giant is making it easier for global merchants to accept digital currency through existing Shopify payment and checkout flows. Select […]

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Mastercard teams up with Kraken to expand crypto payment services across Europe

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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Ripple targets Africa’s cross border payments market through Chipper Cash deal

Ripple has launched a strategic partnership with Chipper Cash to expand the use of Ripple-powered payment services across Africa. The move comes as the global blockchain firm seeks to tap into Africa’s growing cross-border payments sector.

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RapidCents Enhances Merchant Payment Processing and Chargeback Protection with DeepSeek AI

Toronto, Canada, February 5th, 2025, FinanceWire RapidCents, the payment processing platform, that specializes in secure transactions and automated billing, has announced an expansion to better serve merchants across North America.

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Nuvei launches blockchain payment solution for LATAM

Canadian fintech company Nuvei has unveiled a new blockchain solution targeting merchants across Latin America. In an announcement on Dec. 4, Nuvei revealed it would be partnering with several companies to bring this solution to the region. The partners include…

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Virgin Voyages now accepting Bitcoin for cruise bookings

Virgin Voyages has begun accepting Bitcoin as payment for cruise bookings.  This marks the first time the cruise line, founded by Sir Richard Branson, has adopted cryptocurrency. Passengers can now use Bitcoin to pay for trips across Virgin’s fleet. Per…

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Kraken-backed stablecoin issuer Quantoz to launch two MiCAR compliant tokens

Dutch fintech firm Quantoz to roll out MiCAR-compliant stablecoins pegged to the euro and U.S. dollar in a bid to facilitate payments and transfers across markets. Quantoz Payments, a Netherlands-headquartered payment tech firm, plans to debut two MiCAR-compliant stablecoins —…

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Stripe Boosts Crypto Game With $1.1 Billion Bridge Buyout

Stripe made a groundbreaking move as the online payment processing platform tries to position itself as a key player in the cryptocurrency space. The fintech company has reportedly bought the stablecoin platform Bridge in a landmark acquisition deal, a transaction that sent ripples across the cryptocurrency arena.

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Stablecoins Dominate Transaction Volumes, Surpassing Traditional Payment Giants

USDT and USDC now account for nearly 50% of the total transaction volume across major crypto assets, highlighting the growing importance of stablecoins in providing liquidity and market stability.  USDT and USDC now represent nearly 50% of the total transaction volume among major crypto assets, underscoring the crucial role stablecoins […]

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Alchemy Pay partners with Yellow Card to expand crypto access in Africa

Alchemy Pay has announced a new partnership with Yellow Card, a fintech company operating across 20 African countries.  The partnership between the global fiat-crypto payment gateway and Yellow Card aims to make it easier for people in Africa to access…

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Ferrari starts accepting crypto in Europe to meet demand from wealthy buyers

Luxury sports car maker Ferrari is broadening its crypto payment options across Europe in response to demands from its wealthy clientele. Ferrari is set to start accepting crypto payments among its European dealers network by the end of July, less…

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PEXX Raises $4.5 Million in Seed Funding for its Innovative Stablecoin-to-Fiat Payment Platform

PEXX, a pioneering fintech startup specialising in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, today announced the successful closure of a $4.5 million seed funding. This significant investment will propel the development of the company's innovative stablecoin-to-fiat payment platform, set to revolutionise the way people transfer currencies across borders.

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Worldcoin faces bans worldwide amid increasing privacy fears

Regulators across the world are banning Worldcoin, which collects biometric data for a small payment of its native cryptocurrency.

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Wirex Chooses OpenPayd to Launch Embedded Accounts Across UK and EEA

Today, leading embedded finance and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) platform, OpenPayd announces its partnership with Wirex, a prominent Web3 money app, to provide named virtual IBANs to its customers across the UK and European Economic Area (EEA) strengthening Wirex’s core mission to provide easy, fast and secure payment methods to its customers.

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Tether expands Eastern European operations with CityPay.io investment

Tether boosts CityPay. io to expand payment solutions across Eastern Europe, targeting emerging markets and crypto payment technologies. The post Tether expands Eastern European operations with CityPay.

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Fintech leader Stripe integrates USDC payments across Solana, Ethereum, and Polygon blockchains

Stripe will support USDC stablecoin payments on Solana, Ethereum, and Polygon, marking a strategic return to the crypto payment arena. The post Fintech leader Stripe integrates USDC payments across Solana, Ethereum, and Polygon blockchains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Neutronpay Receives $1.5M Funding to Expand Bitcoin Lightning Network in Southeast Asia

Neutronpay will use the capital to help deliver instant and low-cost payment solutions across the region.

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Australian Fintech Stables Launches International Remittances Between Australia and The Philippines

Australian digital wallet provider and payment startup Stables has today announced the launch of international remittances for its thousands of users (focusing on the AU-PH Corridor). From today, Stables users in over 130 countries can send Australian Dollars or Philippine Pesos to over 140 million people across Australia and the Philippines, all powered by stablecoins.

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Immutable Integrates Transak For Enhanced Payments In Gaming

Immutable integrates Transak, enhancing payment options for gamers. This partnership aims to offer versatile, affordable transactions across platforms. The post Immutable Integrates Transak For Enhanced Payments In Gaming appeared first on NFT News Today.

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A Completely Decentralized OTC Application By Revolut

Revolut is a completely decentralized payment platform that is integrated across the globe. This forward-thinking initiative, which was developed via the cooperation of global consensus-builders, enables users to transact using local currencies on a global scale while gaining access to localized preferential policies.

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Blockchain could save financial institutions $10B by 2030: Ripple

Among the 300 finance professionals surveyed across 45 countries, 97% believe that blockchain will play a crucial role in faster payment systems within the next three years.

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Indian authorities freeze over $11M in crypto money laundering case

The Indian enforcement directorate froze over $11. 1 million on April 24 as part of an ongoing investigation into money laundering using a cryptocurrency called HPZ token. The funds were seized during searches conducted in three banks and payment gateway providers across the country that served entities involved in money laundering.

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Zebedee Debuts Global Payment Service Powered by Bitcoin’s Lightning Network

The service is currently available in the U.S., UK, EU, Brazil and the Philippines, but Zebedee plans on expanding the service to accommodate “all countries and currencies across the world.”

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1,600+ Pick n Pay Stores Set to Pioneer Mainstream Bitcoin Payments in South Africa

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