Fintech Finance

JANUARY 2, 2025

KuCoin Pay is committed to reducing transaction fees and facilitating immediate settlement of crypto payments, simplifying the process for businesses to manage transactions efficiently. The platform supports an extensive range of cryptocurrencies and blockchain networks, significantly broadening the global reach of payments.

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Clearly Payments

MARCH 11, 2024

In recent years, the rise of cryptocurrency has redefined traditional notions of currency and payment systems worldwide. Cryptocurrency, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others, operates on decentralized blockchain networks, enabling secure, peer-to-peer transactions without the need for intermediaries like banks or financial institutions.

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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 GFF aims to simplify the process of incorporating new tokenised funds and help achieve efficiencies in fund settlement.

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Clearly Payments

OCTOBER 31, 2024

From traditional options like credit cards to emerging solutions such as cryptocurrencies and biometrics, each payment method comes with unique advantages that cater to varying consumer needs. Adoption Rate : Cryptocurrency payment usage remains niche but is growing, with over 420 million crypto wallet users worldwide in 2023.

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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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Tearsheet

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Several years ago, we began testing cryptocurrency transfers to better understand the technology as it relates to payments and immediately saw the value it could provide, says May Zabaneh, VP of Product at PayPal. ” Even cryptocurrencies built around decentralization are beginning to see anonymity fade.

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PYMNTS

JULY 5, 2017

The Hive Project, a company that uses cryptocurrency and Ethereum blockchain for trade financing , has launched its platform. Our platform will dramatically streamline invoice issuance and settlement processes, optimizing small and medium enterprises’ ability to access liquidity for day-to-day operations and to finance expansion.”.

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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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Finovate

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The partnership will enable users of Ingenico’s platform globally to accept payments in cryptocurrency. ” The partnership between Fenergo and Boerse Stuttgart Digital will speed the onboarding of banks, brokers, and asset managers ready to launch their own cryptocurrency and digital asset offerings. .

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Finovate

JUNE 9, 2025

The Bank of International Settlements (BIS) and the Bank of England (BoE) collaborate on testing to see if AI can spot fraudulent activity in retail payments data. Legislation in California moves forward to give the state authority to seize unclaimed cryptocurrency assets held on exchanges after three years of inactivity.

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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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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

” “We are on a mission to make it easier for people to use cryptocurrency in real-world payment scenarios and our partnership with Ingenico will go a long way to bringing crypto out of the web and increase its adoption as a powerful payment tool,” added Eric Anziani , president and COO of Crypto.com.

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Stax

MARCH 18, 2025

Payment processing systems help merchants accept various types of payments, such as credit and debit cards, automated clearing house (ACH) , electronic funds transfers (EFTs), digital wallets, mobile payments, and even cryptocurrencies. Speed of transactions and fund settlement Payment settlement speed impacts your business cash flow.

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Finovate

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Stablecoins, which are cryptocurrencies pegged to fiat or a physical asset, have the potential to bring significant value to users. They offer greater accessibility compared to traditional banking systems, while also mitigating the volatility typically associated with other cryptocurrencies.

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PYMNTS

JULY 26, 2020

Avanti Financial Group said in a press release that it has received permission from the Wyoming Division of Banking to begin operating in the state as a bank as early as October and plans to offer a real-time settlement solution for corporate treasurers. The new banking options are largely built around blockchain technologies.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 11, 2018

In news that may be separated from the vagaries of cryptocurrency trading, Banco Santander said this week that it will use Ripple’s ledger, bringing payments across the bank’s OnePay FX platform. Poland, Brazil and Spain — and is looking to bring Ripple on as a preferred settlement choice.

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Inspired by the “Finternet” concept introduced by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) in April 2024, the Pathway 2035 guide explores four transformative themes shaping the financial landscape: artificial intelligence (AI), digital assets, digital trust and quantum-safe technologies.

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 25, 2025

Keepz was the first fintech in Georgia to acquire an open banking licence and integrate cryptocurrency payments into tax collection. Businesses leveraging Keepzs payment solutions also benefit from instant settlements and access to a global customer base increasingly embracing decentralised finance.

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Fintech News

APRIL 28, 2025

Crypto exchange OKX has introduced OKX Pay, a new feature within its app designed to make cryptocurrency payments and self-custody more accessible. Transactions are free of charge, with near-instant settlement, although transfers are subject to compliance and risk controls. OKX plans to add support for more stablecoins over time.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 18, 2024

Eurosystem , the monetary authority of the eurozone, has been exploring the possible use cases of distributed ledger technology (DLT) to conduct wholesale settlement in central bank money. Initially, 16 private companies will conduct trials involving actual settlement in central bank money.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

9) news release, Mastercard said a recent survey revealed 80 percent of central banks are engaged in some form of CBDCs, while 40 percent have moved from research to experimenting with concept and design, according to by the Bank for International Settlements. In a Wednesday (Sept.

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Fintech News

MARCH 17, 2025

Ripple Labs has filed a trademark application for “Ripple Custody,” indicating a move into cryptocurrency custody services, Cointelegraph has learned. This move follows Ripple s October 2024 launch of its custody service, marking an expansion beyond its core payment settlement operations.

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Fintech Finance

AUGUST 7, 2024

This collaboration brings together two of the most trusted and reliable fintech brands in the world, allowing consumers across the EU to easily purchase cryptocurrencies directly. With this partnership, Bitstamp will manage the fiat currency to cryptocurrency conversion and transfers to consumers.

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Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The platform supports fiat currencies like the Nigerian Naira (NGN), US Dollar (USD), and Canadian Dollar (CAD), as well as cryptocurrency transactions. Juicyway addresses this need by leveraging stablecoin technology to enable fast, affordable global money transfers with 24/7 execution and settlement.

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Payments Source

MARCH 29, 2021

said its payments network will use a stablecoin backed by the U.S. dollar to settle transactions, as blockchain technology gains more acceptance in the established financial system. ]].

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 11, 2025

Taurus-NETWORK creates an ecosystem covering public and permissioned DLTs, as well as all types of assets whether cryptocurrencies, tokenised securities, and digital currencies. Furthermore, looking at embedded compliance, travel rule compliance and proof of reserves are embedded by design.

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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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Fintech News

AUGUST 4, 2024

HashKey OTC supports spot trading, on/off ramp trades, and large notional trades with swift settlement options. The HashKey Group which operates a licensed cryptocurrency exchange in Hong Kong, recently closed its Series A funding round in January 2024, raising nearly US$100 million.

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The Paypers

MARCH 29, 2021

Visa has announced it will allow the use of the cryptocurrency USD Coin to settle transactions on its payment network, according to Reuters.

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The Payments Association

MARCH 19, 2025

Notably, the rise of cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are transforming the digital payments landscape. As digital assets continue to gain traction, payment networks must evolve to accommodate rising transaction volumes, evolving regulatory frameworks, and the growing demand for real-time settlement.

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The Payments Association

JANUARY 21, 2025

Their price stability, especially when fiat-backed, is proving vital for remittances, settlement processes, and even everyday payments. The report suggests that cryptocurrency adoption continues to grow, with ongoing transformations in payment infrastructure, including CBDCs and cross-border payments. and Brazil.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 13, 2025

Cryptocurrency payment processor BitPay has launched a new payment option, dubbed HODL Pay, as part of a move to offer more Web3 payment accessibility as digital currency adoption grows. It is a forward-looking solution that will help deepen our connection to the crypto community.”

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PYMNTS

JUNE 26, 2020

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) settlement over an unsuccessful token offering, Coindesk reported. The company will also tell the agency about any intentions for any kind of cryptocurrency issuance in the three years to come. Telegram consented to a $18.5 million penalty in a U.S. Telegram will also have to pay a $1.22

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 24, 2020

In a move that signals Tokyo’s concern regarding China’s effort to make a digital yuan, as well as Facebook’s Libra, a collection of ruling party legislators is crafting a proposal for Japan to create its own cryptocurrency.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

OKX, a cryptocurrency exchange and global onchain technology company, has teamed up with Standard Chartered, appointing the international cross-border bank as its third-party crypto custodian for its global institutional business. Bitget , the cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, appoints Min Lin as its chief business officer.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 30, 2020

15 outlining the arguments and legal bases for the case, potential motions, and the likelihood of a settlement. . The legal status of XRP has been debated in and around the cryptocurrency landscape. The order asks that the parties file a joint statement by Feb. Ripple said in a statement on Tuesday (Dec.

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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. Vincent, the Grenadines, Anguilla, and Montserrat has issued Dcash, a cryptocurrency it guarantees and maintains.

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