Three of Japan’s biggest banks – Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, and Mizuho Financial Group – are embarking on a pilot program for yen-backed stablecoins. […]
New Alliance Aims to Smooth Out Blockchain Payments
Seven major cryptocurrency firms have joined forces to form the Blockchain Payments Consortium (BPC), aiming to standardize cross-chain stablecoin transfers and streamline payments in the burgeoning crypto space. […]
Crypto Firms Join Forces to Create Unified Standards for Blockchain Payments
Seven prominent cryptocurrency firms have joined forces to establish a common framework for cross-chain stablecoin transfers. This initiative comes on the heels of a record-breaking year in 2024, […]
Ripple and Mastercard Partner to Launch RLUSD Stablecoin for Faster Card Settlements
Ripple and Mastercard have partnered to introduce RLUSD, a stablecoin aimed at streamlining card settlements within traditional finance. The collaboration with Gemini and WebBank expands blockchain integration into […]
Arx Research Raises $6.1 Million to Revolutionize Cryptocurrency Payments
Arx Research, a technology company dedicated to revolutionizing cryptocurrency payments, has secured a significant $6.1 million seed funding round. This substantial investment will propel the development of their […]
Mastercard Tests Stablecoin Settlement on XRP Ledger: Fastening Card Finance
MasterCard is collaborating with Ripple, WebBank, and Gemini to test a new approach for settling credit card obligations using RLUSD (Ripple’s U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin) on the XRP Ledger. […]
Mastercard, Ripple, and Gemini Launch Stablecoin Card Settlements: A First for US Banks
A groundbreaking partnership between Mastercard, Ripple, and Gemini is testing the waters for stablecoin transactions using Ripple’s RLUSD on the XRP Ledger. The pilot program, which involves several […]
Ripple and Mastercard Test Blockchain-Based Stablecoin for Credit Card Settlements
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Ripple and Mastercard have initiated a pilot project to explore the use of Ripple’s regulated U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, RLUSD, in settling credit card transactions […]
Pi Squared Launches Devnet 2.0 to Revolutionize Web3 Payments
Pi Squared, a pioneer in fast-speed payment technology, today announced the launch of its revamped devnet version 2.0 for its FastSet protocol. This upgrade promises internet-speed transaction processing […]
XRP Ready for a Shift in the Digital Payment Landscape
Crypto experts are predicting a significant shift in how global payments are conducted, as central banks around the world are preparing to integrate digital currencies into their existing […]
Ripple Acquires Palisade for Enhanced Institutional Payment Services
Ripple has acquired digital wallet provider Palisade to strengthen its institutional payment services and enhance secure custody infrastructure. This strategic move positions Ripple as a leader in bridging […]
X402 Explained: How AI Payments Work and Its Rise in the Crypto World
The digital landscape is undergoing a significant shift as payments become increasingly integrated into online interactions. X402, a protocol developed by Coinbase, emerges as a solution to address […]
Get Ready for Ripple Swell 2025: How to Watch, Key Dates, and Expected Impact on XRP
Ripple is set to host its highly anticipated Swell 2025 conference, focusing on key areas including payments, tokenization, stablecoin innovations, and the potential of XRP. This event follows […]
Ripple Acquires Palisade to Bolster Institutional Crypto Services
Ripple has significantly strengthened its institutional presence in the crypto market by acquiring Palisade, a company specializing in secure cryptocurrency custody and wallet technology. This strategic move is […]
Why x402 Payments Achieve Mass Adoption: A Revolution in Online Transactions
The internet is on the verge of a paradigm shift, with x402 payments poised to become the new standard for online transactions. This open-source protocol integrates payment into […]