RT Chainspect (@chainspect_app)💜 @0xPolygon is picking up serious paceNearly 7.5M transactions processed in a single day, its strongest performance in over a monthThe go-to blockchain for global payments proving what real, global-scale activity looks like📊 https://t.co/ycircbywyu https://t.co/qDDeVdKHIm ...

Core Insights - Levl, a platform for global payments in fiat and stablecoins, has successfully raised $7 million in seed funding, led by Galaxy Ventures with participation from various notable investors [1][2] - The platform facilitates cross-border transactions, supporting both fiat currencies and stablecoins like USDC and USDT, and claims to enable same-day settlements in over 75 countries [2][4] - Levl aims to expand its product offerings, focusing on B2B cross-border transfers, card and stablecoin payment processing, and lending solutions [2][4] Company Overview - Levl was established in 2023 as a spin-off from Galaxy Digital, with founder Sandhu having a background as an FX trader at AQR [1][3] - The platform has achieved an annualized transaction volume exceeding $1 billion within just four months of operation [4] - Levl's international presence includes locations in London, New York, Canada, and Switzerland, and it is regulated in Switzerland and Canada [5] Market Position - The platform targets various use cases, including mobile wallets, neobanks, merchants, fintechs, remittance providers, brokers, and FX platforms, with institutional leaders like TerraPay, TapTap Send, and Nala utilizing its services [5] - Levl's mission is to democratize access to modern financial infrastructure by integrating traditional payment systems with digital solutions, simplifying the technical complexities of blockchain for businesses [4][3]

Galileo’s infrastructure now supports 128.5 million accounts worldwide, extending SoFi’s reach far beyond its own member base. After a strong run in recent years, shares have taken a notable hit in 2026. Currently valued at a market capitalization of about $25.7 billion. SoFi’s stock is down 19.1% this year, sharply underperforming the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX), which has managed a modest 1.4% gain over the same period.Today, 13.7 million members rely on SoFi to borrow, save, spend, invest, and protect t ...

Wow, what a throwback to this document going all the way back to roughly 2018. Ripple transforming global payments enabling the internet of value. You might be saying, "What the hell? Why are we looking at an, you know, a document from 2018, Nick?" Well, the reason why is because this vision is still in play today.This is enabling the world to move money like information moves today. And of course, yes, crypto is right at the center of all of this. Now again, that doesn't really answer the question on why I ...

“We’re building an Economic OS for the AI era.”@jerallaire with @WIRED on how stablecoins could transform global payments and rebuild trust in digital finance.https://t.co/FoVHCI7XcG ...

>> WELCOME BACK. SQUAWK BOX, A FINTECH AIRWALLEX, HAS ANNOUNCED ITS SECOND FUNDRAISE IN SIX MONTHS, BUMPING ITS VALUATION NOW TO OVER $8 BILLION. JOINING US IS ITS FOUNDER AND CEO JACK ZHANG.GOOD MORNING TO YOU. THIS HAS BEEN A SUPER FAST GROWING BUSINESS. I MEAN, WE'RE TALKING ABOUT A PRIVATE COMPANY THAT'S JUMPED FROM $4 BILLION TO $8 BILLION.WHAT'S HAPPENING HERE. >> I MEAN, WE SPENT THE LAST DECADE TO BUILD THE BEST GLOBAL FINANCIAL AND BANKING INFRASTRUCTURE. AND THAT TAKES A LOT OF EFFORT.AND NOW WE H ...

Problem Highlighted - Freelancers' income trail is permanently visible on-chain, posing a privacy risk [1] - Every client and payout is tied to a single public address, creating transparency concerns [1] Potential Solution (Implied) - Ocash aims to address the privacy issues associated with on-chain freelancer payments [1]

Global Payments & Reserves - 50% of global payments are conducted in US dollars [1] - 60% of global reserves are US dollar-based [1] Trade Finance & FX - 80% of global trade is financed in US dollars [1] - Over 95% of foreign exchange (FX) transactions are done against US dollars [1]

Industry Trend - The industry is focusing on building on Solana, positioning it as the financial engine of the internet [1] - The industry anticipates confidential global payments powered by C-SPL soon [1] Company Evolution - Western Union was founded in 1851 [2] - In 1861, Western Union built the first transcontinental telegraph line [2] - In 1871, Western Union launched the first electronic money transfer [2]

Global Payments - OwlTing's OwlPay is discussed regarding the future of global payments [1]