Payments
Learn how Solana is transforming payments with fast, low-cost solutions for merchants, users, and global remittances.
Nuvei’s $2.75B Payoneer Deal Signals Stablecoins’ Integration into Mainstream Payment Infrastructure
Nuvei’s acquisition of Payoneer highlights stablecoins’ growing role in regulated payment networks. The deal, which includes Solana-based settlement, has implications for UK businesses seeking faster, cost-effective cross-border payments.
- Nuvei acquires Payoneer for $2.75B
- Stablecoins integrated in payment stack
- Solana used in settlement pilots
Ready USDC Card Suspends Non-EEA Service After Card Issuer Change
Ready Card halts USDC debit card services for non-EEA users after a card issuer transition, highlighting the ongoing reliance of stablecoin payment products on traditional financial infrastructure and regulatory compliance.
- Ready Card halts non-EEA service
- Stablecoin cards depend on issuers
- UK users face similar challenges
World Series of Poker Adds Solana Payment Option for Tournament Entry
The World Series of Poker now allows players to pay tournament entry fees using Solana (SOL) via MoonPay, with plans to expand stablecoin prize payouts. This move highlights growing blockchain adoption in global gaming.
- WSOP adds Solana payments
- Stablecoin prize payouts
- No processing fees
Solana Partners with World Series of Poker to Enable Crypto Entry Fees and Payouts
Solana Foundation partners with the World Series of Poker, allowing players to use crypto for entry fees and receive stablecoin payouts, with MoonPay providing the payment infrastructure. This move highlights Solana's growing role in global gaming payments.
- Crypto entry fees enabled
- Stablecoin payouts for winners
- Zero processing fees with Solana
WalletConnect Pay Integrates Solana for Instant Crypto Payments
WalletConnect Pay now supports Solana, enabling UK merchants and users to make instant payments with SOL, USDC, and USDT. This integration expands multi-chain payment options and leverages Solana's speed and low fees.
- Solana added to WalletConnect Pay
- Supports SOL, USDC, USDT
- Enables faster, cheaper payments
Thunes Expands Real-Time Payments, Strengthening Ripple’s Global Reach
Ripple partner Thunes launches real-time US payments, enhancing cross-border settlement infrastructure and expanding blockchain-powered global payment options. Implications for UK fintech and Solana ecosystem trends.
- Thunes launches real-time US payments
- Ripple integration expands global reach
- UK fintech can draw key insights
Mastercard Expands Stablecoin Settlement to Solana and Seven Other Blockchains
Mastercard will support stablecoin settlement across eight blockchains, including Solana. This move could influence digital payments and blockchain adoption in the UK, offering new opportunities for regulated on-chain transactions.
- Solana included in Mastercard rollout
- On-chain settlement for stablecoins
- Potential UK market impact
Stripe, Visa and Mastercard Near Launch of Joint Stablecoin Platform
Stripe, Visa and Mastercard are reportedly close to launching a joint stablecoin platform, signalling growing institutional interest in digital assets. This development could impact Solana's role in UK payments innovation.
- Stripe, Visa, Mastercard collaboration
- Stablecoin platform launch imminent
- Potential boost for UK payments
Mastercard Adds RLUSD Stablecoin for 24/7 Settlement Across Multiple Blockchains
Mastercard now supports RLUSD stablecoin for 24/7 on-chain settlements, including on Solana. This move highlights growing stablecoin adoption and potential impacts for UK payments and blockchain innovation.
- Mastercard adds RLUSD stablecoin
- Solana included in settlement network
- Potential impact for UK payments
Cash App Enables USDC Transfers on Solana and Ethereum
Cash App now supports USDC stablecoin transfers on Solana, Ethereum, Polygon, and Arbitrum, streamlining crypto payments for millions of users. This move highlights Solana’s growing role in mainstream fintech.
- Cash App adds Solana support
- USDC transfers now available
- No extra fees for users