PYMNTS

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Amid the rallies that have marked all manner of asset classes in 2020 – where things hummed along to start the year, turned sour in the spring and then rebounded (nay, roared) into the waning months, bitcoin stands out. But now, at least some asset managers have been embracing bitcoin as a hedge against currencies and gold.

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Clearly Payments

JANUARY 4, 2024

Since 2009, the financial landscape has been undergoing a transformation with the emergence of cryptocurrencies. As digital currencies grow in popularity , merchants around the world are exploring the potential benefits of accepting payments in cryptocurrency.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 18, 2020

18) that the government says would make convertible digital currencies like bitcoin less attractive to criminals engaging in crimes such as ransomware attacks. Bitcoin is a popular example. Treasury Department proposed sweeping new rules late Friday (Dec.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

When PayPal announced recently that its 350 million users can deposit bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in their accounts and spend it at 26 million merchants next year, it was characterized as the inevitable advance of digital currency. Bitcoin is like a [crypto] 101 version. You Can’t Spend It. Privacy And Security.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 5, 2020

5) was its prowess in cryptocurrency. In addition to its significant revenue increase from seller fees and user deposits, the company’s Cash App generated $875 million of bitcoin revenue and $17 million of bitcoin gross profit during the second quarter of 2020, up 600 percent year over year.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

BitPay Send lets firms facilitate client cashout requests, provide payroll payments, offer rebates or rewards, pay freelancers or affiliates and settle with marketplace sellers, according to the announcement. Bitcoin last exceeded the $16,000 price point on Jan. Bitcoin last exceeded the $16,000 price point on Jan.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 26, 2025

Meanwhile, the Economic Times reported that the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) facilitated over 15,547 crore transactions worth INR 223 lakh crore (US$258.59 Project Nexus of Singapore , for example, aims to connect real-time payment systems across the region, further facilitating seamless cross-border transactions.

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Fintech Finance

AUGUST 29, 2024

ReadyCode connected ATMs will offer the ability for enrolled LibertyX customers to seamlessly receive their cash at locations and communities of their choosing following the sale of bitcoin across more than 30 states to start.

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Fintech News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Singapore’s cryptocurrency market has seen a notable increase in crypto payments , with merchant services receiving nearly US$1 billion in crypto during the second quarter of 2024. StraitsX, for example, secured two MAS licenses to issue stablecoins and facilitate crypto payments. Meanwhile, Paxos, a U.S.-based

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 16, 2025

Cryptocurrency demands are growing in the US, with consumers looking for more options and reliability when delving into the world of decentralised currencies. Millions of US citizens will now be able to purchase cryptocurrencies through the COCA platform and securely store them using multi-party computation (MPC) technology.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Australian cryptocurrency exchange Independent Reserve has forged a new partnership with RelayPay, a digital currency payments platform. This collaboration aims to facilitate cryptocurrency transactions for Independent Reserve’s business clients in Australia and New Zealand.

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CoinRemitter

MARCH 28, 2025

The crypto payment adoption is growing rapidly across the European Union (EU), with stablecoins being widely used as a preferred cryptocurrency among businesses. The Rise of Stablecoins in Europe With the evolving global financial landscape, European businesses are aggressively turning to cryptocurrency payments for more efficiency.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 16, 2020

In other news, Purse, a bitcoin startup, plans to close following a run that lasted for six years, CoinDesk reported. Users could buy gift cards at reduced prices with bitcoin or bitcoin cash. We’re grateful for the opportunity afforded by our supporters to build products and infrastructure for the cryptocurrency community.”.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Can the unbanked benefit from bitcoin, or are they merely the experimental subjects of bitcoin adherents, lobbyists and scientists? This week’s Bitcoin Tracker takes a look at the recent bitcoin projects that are in the news and that are targeting the unbanked. Vogel also wanted to clarify regulations surrounding bitcoin.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 24, 2020

If 2020 taught us anything about cryptocurrencies, it’s that they’ve reached a tipping point. Or maybe that cryptocurrencies have yet to go mainstream beyond the headlines because fraud still lurks. Here are some of cryptos’ key developments for 2020: Bitcoin Goes Higher And Higher.

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Stax

MARCH 6, 2025

Mobile wallets and in-app payments Mobile wallets facilitate in-store and online transactions without cash or physical cards. Cryptocurrency and blockchain-based payments Cryptocurrencies are digital assets that leverage blockchain technologyi.e., Accessible via digital invoices or from the merchants app.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 30, 2019

The asset manager is developing a platform that would tailor portfolios of cryptocurrency funds for institutional investors, the Financial Times reported on Aug. Howard is launching a $1 billion endeavor for specially-designed cryptocurrency hedge fund portfolios. Nevada currently has 110 bitcoin ATMs.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 22, 2024

Our monthly focus now turns to the most well-known form of digital assets : cryptocurrencies. Since Bitcoin’s inception in 2009, the crypto world has jumped from one height to the next continually breaking records. But what is keeping this momentum going?

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PYMNTS

APRIL 1, 2020

Darknets are websites that facilitate the sale of products such as counterfeit currencies. In the middle of February, bitcoin reached $10,500 and dropped to as low as $3,867 in mid-March. The value of bitcoins delivered to darknet markets declined to $3.2 The price of bitcoin was $6,538.14 million from $4.1

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 26, 2018

According to reports, an unnamed senior official, who was reportedly present for the meetings of an interdisciplinary committee, said, “There is a general consensus that cryptocurrency cannot be dismissed as completely illegal. It needs to be legalized with strong riders.” According to a U.S.

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Stax

APRIL 10, 2025

TL;DR You get to choose from traditional payment methods like cash and checks, online payment methods like digital wallets and ACH transfers, and emerging payment methods like BNPL services and cryptocurrencies. The payment method is facilitated by digital wallets like Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay.

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 18, 2024

Calvin Ayre, founder of Ayre Group The BSV Blockchain’s Teranode scaling solution will fundamentally shift how the world views blockchain technology while fulfilling Satoshi Nakamoto ‘s vision for Bitcoin as a robust and secure network that can scale to meet any demand. It never hits a scale ceiling.”

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Stax

MARCH 11, 2025

There are six main payment methods used in online payments, including credit & debit cards, digital wallets, ACH & bank transfers, direct debit, Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services, and cryptocurrencies. The provider must offer the features you need to facilitate your chosen sales model.

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Clearly Payments

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Cryptocurrency and BNPL : Cryptocurrency use in payments is projected to grow to $250 billion by 2030. Cryptocurrencies What It Is : Digital or virtual currencies that use cryptography for security, enabling decentralized transactions. Popular Examples : Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDC (stablecoins).

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Clearly Payments

AUGUST 24, 2024

Over 15,000 businesses worldwide accept Bitcoin payments as of 2024. Platforms like Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay have enabled consumers to link their debit cards to their smartphones, facilitating seamless transactions both online and in physical stores. trillion, with Bitcoin alone accounting for over 50% of this value.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Built in partnership with Coinbase Prime, Propy’s service enables buyers to securely hold cryptocurrencies —such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDC — in escrow during the transaction process, mitigating risks associated with early conversion and market volatility.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

The malicious software attempted to utilize StFX’s collective computing power in order to create or discover bitcoin for monetary gain. In the meantime, cryptocurrency hackers attacked traffic analytics service StatCounter to steal bitcoin from users of online exchange desk Gate.io.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 31, 2021

Ripple has responded to a lawsuit against it, saying that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)'s opinion that its XRP cryptocurrency is a security is false, a filing says. It moves value between jurisdictions and facilitating transactions, and so the company says the SEC doesn’t have the right to treat it as a security.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 14, 2020

The head of the country’s only licensed and publicly traded cryptocurrency broker says tighter regulation and exponentially higher yields are causing corporate treasury and cash management accounts to seriously consider this alternative asset class. This in the wake of the OCC’s Sept.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 14, 2021

Bitcoin is about to get even more scrutiny by regulators, on a global stage. As reported by Reuters this week, Lagarde said at a conference sponsored by the newswire that bitcoin should be regulated — worldwide. As of this writing, bitcoin is changing hands at more than $38,000. This has to be applied and agreed upon.

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Fintech News

MAY 21, 2024

As the financial landscape undergoes a digital revolution, institutional investors are increasingly turning their attention to digital assets such as cryptocurrencies and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). Cryptocurrencies followed closely behind CBDCs, with 23.5% Institutional investors focus on digital assets.

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Fintech Review

JUNE 25, 2024

Blockchain technology, initially synonymous with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin , has evolved beyond its origins. Smart Contracts: Automating Financial Agreements Smart contracts represent a pivotal advancement facilitated by blockchain technology.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 19, 2018

Plattsburgh, the small upstate New York town, has placed a temporary halt on cryptocurrency mining in an effort to preserve natural resources, the health of the residents of the town and the so-called “character and direction” of the small city. Plattsburgh gets power from the St. One terawatt hour can power 60,000 homes in Québec for a year.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 5, 2020

“Consumers are migrating to … this digital world that we live in for payments,” he said, adding that Coinstar’s strategy has given rise to the ability for consumer to come in and load cash onto a digital payment platform, including cryptocurrencies (purchased though mobile phones and apps at the kiosk).

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Fintech News

JULY 3, 2024

Singapore, long known for its financial prowess and technological innovation, has emerged as an unexpected leader in cryptocurrency adoption. From the bustling streets of Marina Bay to the fintech hubs in the Central Business District, cryptocurrency has woven itself into the fabric of Singaporean life.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 18, 2019

The last several years have seen a surge in efforts among the cryptocurrency community to legitimize the technology. Once seen as a tool for the dark web and black markets, cryptocurrencies like bitcoin now want to be a part of the broader economy. Bitcoin at the Center. Shaping Regulations.

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Fintech News

MAY 21, 2024

businesses with a compliant and efficient way to manage multi-fiat accounts, streamline cash flows, and facilitate conversions between fiat and cryptocurrency. The company also partnered with Victory Securities in Hong Kong to provide virtual asset trading and advisory services, particularly for the new Bitcoin and Ether spot ETFs.

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