Crypto.com Teams Up with Stripe to Enable Crypto Payments at Checkout
Crypto.com has partnered with Stripe to allow users to spend crypto balances directly at Stripe-powered merchants in the US, starting in January 2026.
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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.
Latest Digital Payments News
India’s Tax Authorities Reinforce Central Bank Warnings on Crypto
India’s income tax department has echoed the Reserve Bank of India’s concerns on cryptocurrencies, citing enforcement gaps as policymakers prepare the 2026 Union Budget.
UAE Dirham Stablecoin Field Expands as RAKBank Secures Initial Approval
RAKBank has received in-principle approval from the UAE central bank to issue a dirham-backed stablecoin, adding another regulated lender to the country’s expanding digital payments landscape.
US Community Banks Push Congress to Close Stablecoin Yield Gap in GENIUS Act
US community banks are urging lawmakers to amend the GENIUS Act to prevent stablecoin-linked yield programs, warning that the practice could accelerate deposit outflows and weaken…
Barclays Takes First Stablecoin Equity Stake with Investment in Ubyx
Barclays has made its first equity investment tied to stablecoins, backing Ubyx as global banks look for regulated exposure to tokenized cash infrastructure without issuing tokens…
US Crypto Market Structure Bill Faces Potential Delay until 2027
A comprehensive US crypto market structure bill may not pass Congress until after the 2026 midterm elections, as political risk and conflict concerns weigh on bipartisan…
Tether Launches Scudo to Simplify On-Chain Gold Transactions
Tether introduced Scudo, a new unit of account for Tether Gold (XAU₮), enabling simpler, fractional gold transactions and broader accessibility in digital payments.
Telegram Revenue Climbs 65% to $870M Fueled by Toncoin Activity
Telegram reported $870 million in revenue for H1 2025, up 65% from the prior year, driven largely by Toncoin-related activity despite a net loss of $222…
Ethereum Sets Record with $8 Trillion in Stablecoin Transfers in Q4 2025
Ethereum processed more than $8 trillion in stablecoin transfers in the fourth quarter of 2025. This underscores its role as the dominant settlement layer for on-chain…
Coinbase Expands Beyond Crypto with Stablecoins, Base and Super App Push for 2026
Coinbase is positioning stablecoins, its Base network and an expanded product suite at the center of its 2026 strategy as competition intensifies among crypto platforms pursuing…