cross border payments

Brazil Central Bank Bans Stablecoins and Crypto in Cross-Border Payments

Brazil’s Central Bank has officially banned the use of stablecoins and cryptocurrencies for settlement in cross-border payments, marking one of the most aggressive…

1 month ago

Western Union Plans Stablecoin Launch Next Month to Replace SWIFT for Global Settlements

Western Union is preparing to launch its own U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin called USDPT next month, marking one of the biggest moves yet…

1 month ago

Ripple Partners Former Western Union Unit to Transform Cross-Border Payments

Ripple has announced a major partnership with Convera—a fintech firm that originated from Western Union’s former Business Solutions division—to enhance global cross-border payments…

2 months ago

Meta Revives Stablecoin Plans With New 2026 Push, Focus on Regulatory Compliance

Tech giant Meta Platforms is reigniting its ambitions in the stablecoin space with a refreshed strategy for 2026 that emphasizes regulatory compliance, consumer…

3 months ago

Flutterwave Teams With Polygon Labs to Improve Cross-Border Payments in Africa

Flutterwave, one of the largest payments firm in Africa, has tapped Polygon Labs to make cross-border payments faster and cheaper…

7 months ago

Visa Pilots Stablecoin Payments For Businesses Sending Money Abroad

Global payments giant Visa has launched a pilot to test stablecoins for cross-border payments, providing businesses with a new way…

8 months ago

Ripple’s Becomes First Blockchain to Acquire Dubai Regulatory Approval for Cross-Border Payment

Ripple has achieved a significant regulatory milestone by securing a license from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), making it…

1 year ago