Stripe Weighs Potential Acquisition of PayPal amid Payments Competition
Stripe is reportedly exploring an acquisition of PayPal or parts of its business as competitive pressures and strategic shifts reshape the global payments landscape.
Coinbase Stablecoin Revenue Seen Surging with USDC Payments Growth
Bloomberg Intelligence estimates Coinbase’s USDC-related revenue could rise significantly if stablecoin payments adoption accelerates, even as lawmakers debate tighter yield rules.
RedotPay Considers US IPO at $4B Valuation
Stablecoin payments firm RedotPay is reportedly evaluating a US IPO that could raise over $1 billion and value the company above $4 billion. The move follows a year of significant fundraising and rapid user growth.
TON Foundation Partners with Banxa to Scale Stablecoin Payments Across Asia-Pacific
TON Foundation has partnered with Banxa to expand stablecoin payment processing for Asia-Pacific merchants, targeting cross-border settlements and SME adoption.
Steak ’n Shake Says Bitcoin Payments Drove Sales Growth
Steak ’n Shake reports a sharp rise in same-store sales after integrating Bitcoin payments and directing crypto revenue into a strategic reserve.
Stablecoins Expand into Payroll and Daily Payments
A new global survey shows rising use of stablecoins for salaries and everyday spending, highlighting growing real-world utility beyond trading.
UK Central Bank Tests Onchain Settlement Infrastructure
The Bank of England has launched a six-month pilot to test how tokenized assets could settle in sterling using distributed-ledger technology.
ECB Executive Backs Digital Euro as Payments Sovereignty Tool
An ECB executive said the digital euro is becoming a strategic necessity as geopolitical tensions expose Europe’s reliance on non-European payment systems.
Ripple Launches Treasury Platform for Cash and Digital Assets
Ripple has introduced a new corporate treasury platform that integrates cash management with digital asset operations following its acquisition of GTreasury.
OKX Launches EU Stablecoin Payment Card
OKX has introduced a Mastercard-linked payment card in Europe that allows verified users to spend USDC and USDG through a regulated issuer.
Zerohash Seeks $250M Raise after Mastercard Talks End
Zerohash is in discussions to raise $250 million at a $1.5 billion valuation after stepping away from acquisition talks with Mastercard.
UK Banks Block or Delay 40% of Crypto Exchange Transfers, Survey Finds
Nearly 40% of UK bank transfers to crypto exchanges are blocked or delayed, according to a new industry survey that raises concerns over debanking and the UK’s digital asset ambitions.
Bybit EU Adds Bitcoin Cashback to Payment Card
Bybit EU has launched Bitcoin cashback for its payment card, allowing users to earn BTC on everyday spending under a regulated European framework.
US Homebuilder Moves Forward with Crypto Rewards after SEC Clearance
Megatel Homes plans to launch a crypto-based rewards platform for renters after receiving a no-action letter from the US Securities and Exchange Commission.
BVNK to Power Stablecoin Infrastructure for Visa Direct Pilots
BVNK will provide stablecoin infrastructure for Visa Direct pilot programs, enabling select clients to fund and receive payouts using stablecoins across approved markets.
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