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…
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The Digital Payments topic covers the technologies, networks, and financial infrastructure transforming how value moves in the digital economy. This section includes updates on stablecoin adoption, blockchain-based settlement systems, cross-border payment rails, merchant integrations, fintech partnerships, and the use of digital assets in everyday transactions. It highlights regulatory developments, enterprise solutions, payment protocol upgrades, and the increasing role of Web3 in modern payment flows. Readers gain insights into how blockchain is reshaping global commerce through faster, more transparent, and programmable payment methods.
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YZi Labs Backs BitGo IPO with Strategic Investment
Changpeng Zhao-backed YZi Labs invests in BitGo as the crypto custodian debuts on the NYSE, supporting regulated infrastructure for institutional digital assets.
Mercuryo Partners with Visa for Near Real-Time Crypto-to-Fiat Off-Ramping
Mercuryo teams up with Visa to enable near real-time crypto-to-fiat conversion, reducing settlement times and costs for cross-border payments.
UBS Explores Crypto Trading for Private Banking Clients
UBS is reportedly considering allowing its wealthiest clients to trade Bitcoin and Ether, signaling a potential expansion of crypto offerings in private banking.
Global Crypto Regulation Set to Take Effect in 2026, PwC Says
PwC predicts 2026 will mark a turning point for crypto regulation, as jurisdictions worldwide move from draft frameworks to enforceable laws, reshaping stablecoins, compliance, and institutional…
Tokenization Boom Pits Bitcoin Vision against CBDC Guardrails at Davos
Debates at the World Economic Forum highlighted growing tensions between private-sector tokenization, Bitcoin-based monetary visions, and central bank control through CBDCs.
Vietnam Pilots Crypto Exchange Licensing to End Legal Uncertainty
Vietnam has launched a pilot licensing regime for cryptocurrency exchanges, bringing the sector under formal oversight as banks and securities firms prepare to enter the market.
Argentine Exchange Ripio Bets on Peso Stablecoins amid Cautious 2026 Outlook
Argentine exchange Ripio is expanding peso-backed stablecoins and tokenized bonds as it anticipates a flat crypto market in 2026 but sustained long-term growth in tokenized money.
Bitpanda to Add Stock and ETF Trading as Exchanges Broaden Scope
Bitpanda will roll out stock and ETF trading next week, accelerating a shift among crypto platforms toward full-stack, multi-asset financial services.
Architect Expands Perpetual Futures Model into AI Compute Markets
Architect Financial Technologies plans to introduce perpetual futures tied to AI compute pricing, extending crypto-style derivatives into emerging infrastructure markets.