VISTA InfoSec

JULY 29, 2024

While youdontalways need a cryptocurrency wallet to trade blockchain assets, using a good wallet to facilitate exchanges isa matter ofcommon sense. 3) Transaction Confirmation Settings Customization is good to have if you need to balance your fund security and ease in facilitating transactions.

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Fintech Finance

JULY 17, 2024

Global payment orchestration platform FinMont has announced a new partnership with BitPay , the world’s largest provider of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency payment services. The strategic partnership will see the addition of cryptocurrency to the FinMont payment ecosystem allowing merchants to utilise payments from all cryptocurrencies.

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 18, 2024

Blockchain, heralded for its potential to transform industries, is currently undergoing a divergence from its original vision, marked by a prioritisation of speculative interests over core principles like scalability and decentralisation. The blockchain sector is notorious for overpromising and underdelivering.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Rather than shying away from the complexities of the digital asset revolution, the city-state is actively embracing the potential of tokenisation and cryptocurrencies. The Guardian Wholesale Network Building on these successes, MAS is facilitating the formation of commercial networks like the Guardian Wholesale Network.

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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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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 2, 2025

Catalysing business growth by integrating crypto payments into the retail sector, cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin has launched a new merchant solution, KuCoin Pay. KuCoin Pay will reduce transaction fees and facilitate immediate settlement of crypto payments, aligning with the company’s goal of enhancing the blockchain ecosystem.

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Fintech Review

JUNE 25, 2024

Blockchain technology, initially synonymous with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin , has evolved beyond its origins. This article delves into the diverse ways blockchain is reshaping fintech, focusing on smart contracts, cross-border transactions, and enhancing transparency and security.

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Fintech Review

AUGUST 27, 2024

Blockchain technology has revolutionised numerous industries by providing decentralised, secure, and transparent systems. However, one of the significant challenges it faces is interoperability between different blockchain networks. However, these networks often operate in isolation, limiting the potential of blockchain technology.

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The Fintech Times

AUGUST 7, 2024

Ripple , the blockchain and crypto solution provider, is partnering with the Dubai International Financial Centre’s (DIFC) Innovation Hub, to accelerate blockchain and digital assets innovation in the UAE. It also plans to provide financial, technical, and business support to developers.

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Fintech News

MARCH 24, 2025

Cryptocurrency fraud is declining in Asia-Pacific (APAC), driven by advanced technology adoption and stricter regulatory oversight. Education also plays a key role, with leading universities including the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Singapore Management University (SMU), offering specialized blockchain programs.

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Wharton Fintech

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Bridging the Gap: A Collaborative Approach to Blockchain & Crypto Partnerships with Shayaan Khanna at Mastercard As recently as 2022, it seemed as though blockchain and cryptocurrency companies were about to reshape large swathes of the global financial sector right away.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 29, 2019

Federal Bank in India has partnered with blockchain payments company Ripple to facilitate cross-border payments, according to reports. This is to inform Federal Bank has entered into a partnership with Ripple Inc, a blockchain supported global remittance company, for cross border remittance through its network, ” the announcement said.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

” Blockchain-enabled cross-border payments StraitsX , a payments infrastructure provider for the digital assets space in Southeast Asia, has officially gone live in partnership with Ant International and Grab. Visa is committed to meeting the evolving demands of consumers and merchants, ensuring seamless and secure payments.”

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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., Miners or validators verify the transaction on the blockchain.

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CB Insights

OCTOBER 29, 2020

This massive market, which includes a broad range of financial “plumbing” services, could be poised for a blockchain shake-up. But a growing number of companies want to employ distributed ledger technology (DLT) — which uses tech like blockchain to offer a simpler, streamlined way to verify transactions — to upend this status quo.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 3, 2019

To that end, any number of analyses are coming in the blockchain arena. According to an article via the MIT Technology Review , this will be the year that blockchain becomes “boring,” with innovative projects that will “bear fruit” this year even amid the declines seen last year in the sector, and in cryptocurrencies.

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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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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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PYMNTS

AUGUST 31, 2017

Blockchain, the technology that makes cryptocurrency like bitcoin possible, is moving into the auto and ridesharing markets. 30) it is launching a blockchain system that will let companies and/or individuals share vehicle ownership more easily. EY isn’t the only company eyeing blockchain technology.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 22, 2024

Technology The decentralised network connected through a network of computers or nodes underlies blockchain technology, synonymous with cryptocurrencies. Blockchain protocols are the guidelines or rulebooks that determine how a blockchain works. Web1 was read-only, Web2 is read-write, and Web3 will be read-write-own.

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CB Insights

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Distributed ledger technology (DLT) — which uses tech like blockchain to verify transactions without the need for a centralized authority — is gaining traction as a way to revamp capital markets infrastructure by making it more streamlined, improving transparency, and reducing associated fees. Submit your application here before November 25.

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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

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Switzerland is reportedly exploring ways to make it easier for blockchain companies to open corporate bank accounts as the government moves to prevent those innovators from leaving the country. Experts said blockchain innovators struggling to access the traditional financial services sector have been pushed out because of it.

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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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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

MAY 22, 2024

Our monthly focus now turns to the most well-known form of digital assets : cryptocurrencies. This convergence is seeing cryptocurrency increasingly making its mark in the real world, with financial giants like Fidelity and BlackRock showing interest and investment in the space. But what is keeping this momentum going? .

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

In an interview with Harvard Law professor Jonathan Zittrain, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said that he’s “potentially interested” in using blockchain technology for Facebook logins, and that the tech could help the process of allowing access to data by third-party apps, according to a report from The Verge.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 15, 2019

HSBC is increasingly relying on blockchain technology to facilitate its foreign exchange trading services, reports in Financial Times said Monday (Jan. 14), with more than three million FX transactions having already been processed by the bank in the past year via blockchain.

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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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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Propy, a blockchain-based real estate platform, has introduced a new crypto escrow service designed to simplify high-value transactions such as real estate closings and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). ” Propy’s service comes as the $43trillion US real estate market sees increasing interest from crypto holders.

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Fintech Review

JULY 10, 2024

These platforms leverage blockchain technology to create open, accessible, and secure financial systems that operate without the need for intermediaries like banks. The volatility of cryptocurrencies can also deter risk-averse users from embracing DeFi platforms for their everyday transactions and savings.

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Fintech News

MARCH 12, 2024

Sumsub, a global verification provider, has integrated with Chainalysis, a blockchain data platform. Together, we are striving for the cryptocurrency economy to flourish,” added Ian Andrews, Chief Marketing Officer at Chainalysis.

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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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The Fintech Times

MARCH 20, 2025

Access to tech, like blockchain, isn’t always easy though, especially in developing countries. To bridge this gap, cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has partnered with AltSchool Africa. If exposed to technology from a young age, people are more likely to take an interest in it when they’re older.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 9, 2024

Cryptocurrencies Market Resurgence The resurgence in cryptocurrency prices and the anticipated halving of Bitcoin in mid-2024 has reignited interest in the potential of distributed ledger technology to reshape the financial landscape. It remains to be seen how the industry will evolve and address these challenges in 2024.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 13, 2023

There has been a significant drop in crypto hacks in 2023, with a more than 50% decrease compared to the previous year, according to research conducted by blockchain intelligence company TRM Labs. billion, less than half of the nearly US$ 4 billion lost to crypto hacks in 2022.

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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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