U.S. Bank (NYSE: USB), a prominent American financial institution, has announced the formation of a dedicated Digital Assets and Money Movement organization to drive innovation in blockchain-enabled financial […]
PayFi Revolution: Huma Finance Predicts Faster Global Adoption in BRICS
Richard Liu, co-founder of Huma Finance, predicts faster adoption of blockchain-based payment systems within the BRICS economies, specifically India, Brazil, and South Africa. Countries with strict foreign currency […]
OwlTing to List Directly on Nasdaq, Avoiding New Capital Raise
OwlTing, operating under OBOOK Holdings, is set to list its shares directly on the Nasdaq Stock Market (NASDAQ) without seeking new capital through an IPO. This move marks […]
RippleNet Drives $3 Trillion in Blockchain Payments by 2025: Industry Leaders Expect Significant Growth
A new report reveals that blockchain payments are projected to reach a whopping $3 trillion by 2025, thanks largely to the robust RippleNet platform. This surge is attributed […]
Stripe Achieves Significant Milestone with $100 Million in USDC Transactions
Stripe has reached a landmark achievement, processing over $100 million in USDC stablecoin transactions across three major blockchains. This milestone reflects the growing demand for blockchain-based payment solutions […]
Lava Network’s Smart Router Powers Fireblocks & Wyoming’s First State-Backed Stablecoin
Lava Network has launched its enterprise-grade Smart Router, enabling Fireblocks to power the Wyoming state-sponsored stablecoin, FRNT. This move signifies a new era for stablecoins in the US […]
Ripple vs. SWIFT: Settlement Technology Dispute Deepens
A growing dispute between Ripple and the global financial network SWIFT is intensifying, raising questions about the future of cross-border payments. SWIFT’s Chief Innovation Officer, Tom Zschach, has […]
Hong Kong’s Regulatory Framework for Stablecoins Takes Effect in August 2025
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has introduced a regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers, marking a significant step forward for blockchain payments in the region. Implementation begins on […]
Ripple Unveils New Payment Demo, Focuses on XRP Liquidity in a Dynamic Market
Ripple has unveiled a new demo demonstrating its “Ripple Payments” service, emphasizing the use of XRP for faster cross-border transactions. This comes as competition from companies like Circle, […]
Hong Kong Authority Enforces Stablecoin Regulations to Drive Blockchain Adoption in Payments
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has implemented new regulations for stablecoin issuers, reflecting a strategic push to drive blockchain innovation within the payment landscape. This initiative comes […]
Microcap Altcoins and the Rise of Blockchain Payments in 2025
In 2025, microcap altcoins are attracting increasing institutional interest and mainstream attention, largely driven by the expanding use of blockchain payments. Projects like MAGAX, MAGACOIN FINANCE, and Bitcoin […]
Google Cloud Enters Blockchain Payments Race with New Layer-1 Blockchain
Google Cloud is launching its own layer-1 blockchain specifically for financial institutions. This move positions Google to compete against Ripple, Stripe, and Circle in the growing payments landscape. […]
Google Launches Cross-Border Payments Platform GCUL: Challenging Traditional Financial Giants
Google Cloud is entering the financial technology space with its new blockchain platform, Google Cloud Universal Ledger (GCUL). This aims to revolutionize global payments by making them faster, […]
WebX 2025: The Quest for Frictionless Payments in a New Economy
At WebX 2025 in Tokyo, industry leaders focused on blockchain payments, emphasizing the need to overcome three hurdles before reaching everyday use. Trust Wallet, Japan Smart Chain, and […]
WebX 2025: Driving Frictionless Payments to Daily Life
At WebX 2025 in Tokyo, industry leaders discussed the challenges and opportunities of blockchain payments. While self-custody, transaction costs, and cross-chain interoperability remain hurdles, there is a clear […]