MetaMask Card Introduces Crypto Holiday Challenge on Linea Network
MetaMask and Linea launch a Crypto Holiday Challenge, offering users the chance to have purchases reimbursed by using MetaMask Card. The initiative runs from December 4 to 25 across Europe, UK, and Switzerland.
Stablecoins Poised to Transform Payment Industry with Lower Costs and Enhanced Accessibility
Stablecoins are set to disrupt the payment industry by offering lower transaction costs, increased accessibility, and enhanced programmability, according to a16z crypto.
Visa Utilizes AI to Enhance Payment Security and Personalization
Visa is leveraging AI to improve fraud prevention and personalize payment services, enhancing security and user experience for its vast global network.
Stellar (XLM) Development Foundation Joins New Blockchain Payments Consortium
The Stellar (XLM) Development Foundation becomes a founding member of the Blockchain Payments Consortium, aiming to standardize digital asset transactions globally.
Fireblocks Processed $6T in Stablecoin Volume During 2025 Infrastructure Push
Fireblocks reveals 300% YoY stablecoin growth, hitting $200B monthly volume as remittance giants MoneyGram and WorldRemit adopt blockchain rails.
DeCard Brings USDC and USDT Spending to 150M Merchants via Polygon (MATIC)
DeCard's stablecoin card now works at 150 million merchants globally, using Polygon (MATIC)'s sub-cent fees for settlement. Lunar New Year campaign drove 10% user growth.
Stablecoins Reshape Banks, PSPs, and VASPs with Onchain Payments
Stablecoins like USDC are transforming financial institutions through real-time settlement, programmable finance, and 24/7 liquidity options.
ECB Signs Standards Deals to Cut Digital Euro Integration Costs
The ECB partners with European standards bodies to streamline digital euro adoption, aiming to reduce costs for banks and merchants.
Stablecoins Hit $33T Volume in 2025, Ripple (XRP) Pushes Multi-Asset Infrastructure
Global stablecoin transaction volume hit $33T in 2025. Ripple (XRP) argues payments infrastructure must embrace multi-asset capabilities to stay competitive.
Paxos Defines Six Layers for Stablecoin Payment Systems
Paxos highlights the six critical layers for stablecoin payment infrastructure, addressing licensing, custody, and regulatory hurdles.
OKX Data Shows Crypto Cards Gaining Ground for Everyday Use in Europe
OKX Card data reveals Europeans increasingly use crypto for groceries, dining, and daily expenses, signaling broader adoption of digital payments.
Continuous Settlement: Transforming Finance with Real-Time Payments
Continuous settlement could reshape global finance by enabling real-time payments, reducing idle capital, and minimizing counterparty risk.