The Open Network Foundation (TON) has appointed Nikola Plecas, a seasoned payments executive with experience at Visa, as Vice President of Payments. This appointment signifies TON’s commitment to […]
TON Foundation Taps Former Visa Executive to Lead Payment Strategy
The TON Foundation has appointed Nikola Plecas as Vice President of Payments, tapping into his extensive experience at Visa to enhance Telegram’s payment infrastructure for its massive user […]
David Marcus: Driving Bitcoin Payments to Reach Global Scale
David Marcus, former President of PayPal and now CEO of Lightspark, believes Bitcoin’s potential lies in its ability to transform into a global payment network. He envisions a […]
TON Foundation Taps Visa Veteran to Shape Global Payment Strategy
The Open Network Foundation (TON Foundation) has appointed Nikola Plecas, former Visa executive, as its new vice president of payments. Plecas will lead TON’s efforts in creating a […]
XRP: Beyond a Cryptocurrency, A Key Player in a $150 Trillion Payments Revolution
Ripple’s XRP is making headlines as analysts and commentators highlight its potential to disrupt the global financial system. X Finance Bull, a prominent crypto analyst, argues that XRP […]
Visa’s Crypto Expertise Fuels TON’s Expansion into Global Payments
Nikola Plecas, a seasoned crypto veteran who previously headed Visa’s European cryptocurrency operations, has joined TON Foundation as Vice President of Payments. Plecas will leverage his experience to […]
Block Inc. to Integrate Bitcoin Payments on Square via Lightning Network
Block, Inc., the payments platform provider known for its integration of Bitcoin technology, is set to launch Bitcoin payments through its Square arm this year. This move promises […]
Bitcoin’s Haven Status Deepens: Can It Become Mainstream Currency?
Bitcoin has long been compared to gold, earning the label of a ‘haven asset.’ This reputation is bolstered by Bitcoin’s ability to preserve value during economic turmoil. However, […]
Block Pilots Bitcoin Payments for Everyday Transactions
Block Inc., formerly known as Square, has announced a groundbreaking pilot program to revolutionize how we use cryptocurrency. The initiative aims to seamlessly integrate Bitcoin payments into everyday […]
Block Brings Bitcoin Payments to Square by 2026
Jack Dorsey’s Block Inc., parent company of Square, plans to integrate Bitcoin payments into its platform. The rollout will commence later this year before a full launch in […]
Elon Musk’s X Payment Platform Could Use XRP for Global Reach
Crypto commentator Pumpius recently sparked discussion on social media platform X by suggesting potential integration of XRP into Elon Musk’s upcoming payment system, X Payments. Pumpius highlights the […]
Worldpay Integrates USDC for Payments, Expanding Access to Stablecoin Technology
Payment processing giant Worldpay has partnered with Circle Internet Financial, integrating their stablecoin USD Coin (USDC) into its platform for both U.S. and European customers. This move positions […]
Ethereum: A Potential Leader Amidst Nordic Shift to Cash
Vitalik Buterin is advocating for Ethereum’s role in the evolving payments landscape, particularly as countries like Sweden and Norway shift back towards cash usage. These policy reversals are […]
XRP vs. Remittix: Will XRP Reach $5.50, or Is a Next-Gen Rival the True Game Changer?
Analysts are buzzing about XRP’s potential to reach $5.50 by year-end 2025. But a new project called Remittix is generating serious buzz for its potential to deliver gains […]
PaywithCrypto Launches Globally: Bringing Crypto to Everyday Transactions
PaywithCrypto has gone global, launching its platform and POS machines in Phuket, Thailand. This move marks a pivotal shift in the evolution of digital payments, making cryptocurrency readily […]