Payment Systems
Gov. Waller: U.S. Fed to 'Embrace Disruption,' Pitches 'Skinny' Master Account Idea
At its first event on payment innovations, the Federal Reserve's Christopher Waller suggested a compromise over the crypto world's "master account" aims.
OKX SG Brings USDT and USDC Scan-to-Pay to Singapore’s Everyday Shopping
The OKX Pay service involves collaboration with crypto infrastructure provider StraitsX and Southeast Asia's "everyday everything" app Grab.
Thailand’s Digital Tourist Wallet Rolls Out, With Crypto Link Still Stuck in Sandbox
Bangkok’s push to revive tourism now includes an e-money wallet for foreign visitors, with a crypto conversion feature still under regulatory review.
PayPal Expands Crypto Payments for U.S. Merchants to Cut Cross-Border Fees
The new feature supports over 100 cryptocurrencies and major crypto wallets, aiming to simplify international commerce for U.S. merchants.
Alibaba Founder-Backed Ant Group to Integrate Circle’s USDC on Its Blockchain
The move is part of Ant's broader effort to build a platform that supports various forms of digital currencies, including tokenized assets.
Ripple Signs Two More Payment System Customers in UAE Expansion
The agreements follow Ripple securing a license from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) in March.
Coinbase Introduces Free Conversion for PayPal's PYUSD as Stablecoin Competition Intensifies
The partnership is another sign of stablecoin issuers jockeying for market share as regulation in the U.S. is advancing.
Payments Giant Stripe Brings Crypto Services to Aptos as Circle's USDC Stablecoin Launch on the Network
The integrations aim to boost global payments and decentralized finance on the Aptos network.
Tezos Foundation Teams Up With Baanx for Non-Custodial Crypto Card
Baanx has been working with Mastercard to deliver a range of non-custodial crypto card offerings.
Crypto Payments Specialist Baanx Raises $20M Funding Round
The Series A investment round included Ledger, Tezos Foundation, Chiron and British Business Bank.
