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JCB, Digital Garage explore stablecoin in-store payments
JCB and Digital Garage, in collaboration with Lawson, have agreed to conduct a proof of concept (PoC) for utilizing stablecoins in in-store payment systems.

Stripe Nears $7 Billion AI Infrastructure Acquisition
According to sources, Stripe is reportedly finalizing an acquisition of AI infrastructure firm OpenRouter for over $7 billion, aiming to expand its presence in the artificial intelligence software market.

Stripe Platform: The Enterprise and Startup Choice
FinTech Magazine discusses why both large enterprises and emerging businesses rely on Stripe's platform for their operations.

Unlimit Secures CySEC Crypto License Under MiCA Regulation
Unlimit, a global financial infrastructure firm, reports that its crypto division, Unlimit Crypto, has secured a Crypto-Asset Service Provider license from CySEC in compliance with the EU's MiCA regulation.
Flputnam Investment Buys Into Payoneer Global
Flputnam Investment Management Co. has reportedly acquired new shares in Payoneer Global Inc., marking a fresh investment in the payment technology firm.
AIMCo Buys $3.2M Stake in Payments Firm Payoneer
MarketBeat reports that Alberta Investment Management Corp (AIMCo) has acquired a $3.20 million stake in the global payment platform, Payoneer Global Inc. (PAYO).

Checkout.com Legal Case Continues Amidst CFPA Challenge
A recent report indicates that a Federal Administrative Law Judge is allowing discovery to continue in a legal case involving Checkout.com, as a challenge related to the CFPA is nearing.

Stripe Acquires OpenRouter for $7 Billion
Stripe reportedly reached an agreement for a $7 billion acquisition of AI gateway provider OpenRouter, as disclosed by Bloomberg.

Stripe's OpenRouter AI Acquisition Nears, PayPal Deal Unaffected
Reports indicate that Stripe's acquisition of AI company OpenRouter is not expected to negatively impact PayPal's ongoing deal, according to an Investor's Business Daily article.
Payoneer Sale Under Scrutiny by Investor Alert Law Firm
Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC has reportedly initiated an investigation into the fairness of the price and procedural aspects of the prospective sale of Payoneer Global Inc.

payabl. Sells 50% Stake for Over €100M in ECM Partners Deal
The article reports that Limassol-based payment provider payabl. has reportedly sold a 50% stake to private equity firm ECM Partners for over €100 million, marking a significant fintech deal in Cyprus.

Adyen Powers Toast Payment Expansion Amid Buyback Strategy
The article from simplywall.st discusses whether Toast's expansion of its payment services through Adyen and share buybacks will impact the positive outlook for Toast (TOST) shares.
Payoneer Q2 Earnings Beat Expectations in Diversified Financials
Yahoo Finance reports that Payoneer's second-quarter earnings have surpassed expectations, positioning the company among the top performers in the diversified financial services sector.
Global Payments Reports 42% Operating Margin Post-Commerce Focus
Global Payments reportedly achieved a 42% operating margin in its initial complete quarter operating solely as a commerce entity, according to the source.

Checkout.com Faces Federal Consumer Protection Lawsuit Discovery
Reports indicate ongoing discovery in a federal consumer financial protection lawsuit, Peters v. Checkout.com, with a response deadline set for August 27, 2026.

Adyen Stock Analysis Post-Earnings: Morningstar's View
Morningstar provides its analysis and opinion on Adyen's stock performance and outlook following the payment provider's latest earnings report.

Adyen's Premium Valuation Tested After Growth Guidance Boost
Yahoo Finance reports on whether Adyen can maintain its premium valuation following its updated growth forecast.

Adyen Integrates Loyalty with Payments Amidst 28% In-Person Volume Growth
The source reports that payment provider Adyen has integrated loyalty programs with its payment solutions, noting a significant increase in its in-person transaction volume.

Adyen: AI Shopping Demands Merchants Prioritize Customer Loyalty
A report indicates that Adyen believes the increasing use of AI in retail necessitates that merchants prioritize customer loyalty to retain their customer base.
Revolut Chatbot Errors Prompt User Subscription Charge Concerns
City AM reports that a Revolut chatbot incorrectly charged users for subscription cancellations, raising concerns about its automated customer service.
Revolut Expands Fintech Services with European Airport Lounges
Revolut is reportedly enhancing its customer benefits by introducing physical airport lounges in Europe, as noted by FinTech Magazine.
Revolut Plans Airport Lounges, First Opening in Copenhagen 2027
Revolut is reportedly developing its own airport lounges, with the first one expected to open in Copenhagen by 2027.

Adyen Shares Surge on Strong Earnings and Growth Acceleration
The Wall Street Journal reports that Adyen's shares saw an increase following the release of its latest financial results, which showed growth and rising earnings.

Adyen raises 2026 revenue outlook to 21-23% on strong volume
Adyen, a Dutch payments processor, increased its 2026 net revenue growth projection to 21-23% due to heightened transaction volumes, also noting a strategic expansion into loyalty, billing, and money movement services.

Adyen boosts revenue forecast following strategic acquisitions
Reuters reports that Adyen has increased its revenue outlook, attributing the positive revision to the impact of recent acquisitions, which has also led to a significant rise in its stock value.
Revolut Curbs WeWork Perks for Premium Members
Finextra Research reports that Revolut has scaled back WeWork access benefits for its premium account holders.

Flywire and Trustly Expand Open Banking Payments to North America
Flywire has broadened its collaboration with Trustly to introduce open banking payment solutions in the U.S. and Canada, enabling users to securely process large domestic and international transactions directly from their bank accounts in local currencies.
Spare partners Tabadulat to boost investment account funding
Spare has announced a collaboration with Tabadulat, a UAE-based online brokerage, to integrate its Pay-by-Bank solution into the brokerage's investment platform, enabling direct bank payments for investment accounts.

5PAY Expands Asian Payment Solutions to Seven New Markets
5PAY has expanded its payment solution across Asia, targeting seven new high-potential markets including Japan and South Korea, to meet the growing demand for digital payment methods from brokers and prop firms in the region.
Revolut Lists ZAMA Token, Expanding Crypto Offerings
Revolut has announced the availability of the ZAMA token on its platform, allowing users to engage with this new cryptocurrency.
Zama Privacy Token Now Available to Revolut's 70M Users
Zama has introduced its blockchain-privacy token to Revolut's extensive user base, as reported by the source.

Telegram Wallet Launches Perpetual Futures for Oil, Gold
FinanceFeeds reports that Wallet in Telegram, developed by The Open Platform, has introduced perpetual futures trading for various assets, including oil, gold, and cryptocurrencies, within the Telegram chat application.
Revolut Secures French Banking Licence for European Expansion
Revolut has secured a French bank license as part of its ongoing strategy to expand its banking operations throughout Europe, according to the source.

Adyen and Toast Expand Global Partnership to U.S. Market
The article reports that Adyen has extended its global collaboration with Toast to encompass operations within the United States.

Stripe's Bridge Expands European Stablecoin Reach
Stripe's stablecoin infrastructure company, Bridge Building, has expanded its regulated stablecoin services across Europe following its inclusion in the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets register as an authorized electronic money token issuer, building on earlier Luxembourg approvals.
Payoneer Q2 Sales Beat Estimates, GAAP EPS Miss Expectations
The article reports that Payoneer's second-quarter sales for fiscal year 2026 surpassed projections, yet its GAAP earnings per share did not meet expectations.
Payoneer Q2 2026 Earnings Due August 6
Payoneer announced it will release its financial results for the second quarter of 2026 on August 6, 2026, also conducting a conference call and webcast to discuss the outcomes.
Nuvei and BlackLine Integrate Payments into Invoice Software
Nuvei, a global fintech firm, announced a partnership with BlackLine to integrate payment acceptance directly into BlackLine's invoice software, aiming to streamline payment processes for companies.
Revolut CEO Nik Storonsky Eyes $500bn Valuation for New Share Award
Nik Storonsky is reportedly discussing a new share award contingent on Revolut achieving a $500 billion valuation, according to reports.
Western Union Expands Services With Stablecard and Rain Partnership
Western Union has introduced Stablecard, a digital wallet and Visa credit card, developed in collaboration with Rain, allowing consumers to hold and spend US dollar stablecoins globally, according to the source.

Mastercard Completes BVNK Acquisition to Boost Crypto Services
Mastercard announced the completion of its acquisition of BVNK, aiming to enhance its strategy for enabling diverse fiat and digital currency exchanges.
Revolut Targets Trillion-Dollar Valuation by 2035
Fintech Gate reports that Revolut aims to achieve a valuation of one trillion dollars by 2035.
Nuvei to Acquire Payoneer in All-Cash $7.40 Per Share Deal
Stock Titan reports that Payoneer has accepted an all-cash takeover offer of $7.40 per share from Nuvei.
Revolut Integrates OpenAI's ChatGPT for Enhanced Customer Experience
FinTech Global reports that Revolut has partnered with OpenAI to introduce ChatGPT Go.
Circle Internet Group Gains NYDFS Trust Charter for Financial Services
LeapRate reports that Circle Internet Group has obtained a limited purpose trust charter from the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), establishing Circle Internet Trust Company LLC.

Stripe, PayPal, Adyen Futures Compared by Chris Skinner
Chris Skinner's blog discusses the future prospects of three major payment companies: PayPal, Stripe, and Adyen, indicating a comparative analysis of their differing trajectories.

PayPal Weighs Stripe Deal Amid Performance Concerns
Seeking Alpha reports on PayPal's performance, advising against high expectations for its potential involvement in a deal with Stripe.

Unlimit Secures MiCA Registration, Navigates EU Stablecoin Rules
Finance Magnates reports that Unlimit has been added to the CySEC MiCA register, simplifying its crypto asset services in the EU despite ongoing complexities for stablecoins under electronic money regulations.
Revolut Integrates ChatGPT Go with OpenAI Partnership
Revolut reportedly collaborated with OpenAI to introduce ChatGPT Go to its customer base, as stated by Revolut.
PayPal Faces Takeover Speculation Amid Turnaround Efforts
The Detroit News reports that PayPal is considered a takeover target amid its efforts to turn around its business.

Unlimit Secures CySEC MiCA License for Crypto Services
Unlimit Crypto has obtained a Crypto-Asset Service Provider license from CySEC under the EU's MiCA regulation, as reported by Finextra.com.

MiFinity and BVNK Launch Global Stablecoin Payouts
MiFinity has reportedly partnered with BVNK to offer a new global stablecoin-based payout service for merchants.

Tod's Group Adopts Adyen for Unified Global Retail Payments
FF News reports that Tod's Group has partnered with Adyen to streamline payment processing across its 115 luxury retail stores globally.
Wise integrates with Malaysia's national payments network PayNet
Wise announced its direct integration with PayNet, Malaysia's national payments network, according to a report from Wise Newsroom.

Worldpay Employee Count Projections for 2026 Revealed
Revelio Labs reportedly provides data on WorldPay's employee count and headcount projections for 2026, according to a news source.

Checkout.com Launches Major London Marketing Blitz
The article reports that Checkout.com has launched a significant marketing campaign across London.

Stripe's OpenRouter Bid Valued at 70x Annual Revenue
PYMNTS.com reports on Stripe's bid for OpenRouter, noting it was 70 times the target company's annual revenue.

Stripe Founder Acquires US Bank for Fintech Expansion
The Irish Times reports that a founder of Stripe acquired a US bank, aiming to expand the company's fintech initiatives.

OpenRouter Financials Signal High Acquisition Price for Stripe
The Information reports on OpenRouter's financial data, indicating a potentially high acquisition cost for Stripe, should the payment processor pursue a takeover.

Checkout.com Launches Striking Out-of-Home Advertising Campaign
Media4Growth reports that Checkout.com has launched a noticeable Out-of-Home advertising campaign.
