This hurdle will make it difficult for payment players’ recent crypto launches to gain traction

This high-value deal shows Stripe’s commitment to crypto payments. Bridge’s focus on cross-border payments could help stablecoins take off

It just sold off Klarna Checkout, now rebranded as Kustom. The business could become a desirable acquisition target for its newest partner.

US digital commerce platforms will process $471.37 billion of their own payments by 2026. As a result, they’ll enjoy stronger customer relationships, added revenues, and cross-sell synergy.

In the last of five reports in our “Payments Ecosystem” collection, we look at what’s influencing retail sales growth across in-store, online, and social commerce channels—and what it means for payment providers.

The company is going all in on AI and diving further into crypto with a rollout of stablecoin payments

In the third of five reports in our “Payments Ecosystem 2024” collection, we unpack how the lines between POS hardware and software are disappearing as providers push the innovation envelope.

Acquirers, networks, and issuers each play distinct roles in the payments purchasing chain. But those roles are shifting as providers adapt to the rise of software and value-added services, increased payment method choice, and cloud-based innovation.

Hyundai’s in-vehicle payments system can add more hands-free utility, attract more potential buyers, and bring in payments revenues

Digital commerce platforms are leaning heavily into payment processing to grow revenues and enhance customer engagement. But it’s still early innings: They are ripe for payment provider partnerships that can evolve as the platforms grow.

Modern card issuers are turbocharging the issuer processor space by offering API-based, customizable card solutions for non-financial services companies. Mobile payment services, ecommerce marketplaces, and the gig economy are in their sights—along with $17.12 billion in issuer processing revenues.

The travel booking site partnered with Stripe and Klarna to offer BNPL and smoother bank transfers.

Powered by cloud-based APIs, modern card issuing leapfrogs traditional issuer processing to help non-financial services companies launch and customize card programs. Here’s where their offerings will be most disruptive.

Despite a tough few months, Stripe is willing to invest in crypto. Industry rivals may need to take note.

Stripe can benefit from Uber’s global reach, while Uber can cut checkout friction for customers.

Payment service providers competing to serve small and medium-sized businesses have a new opportunity to win them over with cutting-edge payment, cash flow, capital, and marketing tools.

Its falling valuation and tapering growth show that payment firms must work harder to build volume and attract customers.

Its valuation took another big dip, but the raise could encourage other cash-hungry fintechs. Stripe’s OpenAI tie-in can open doors for both firms.

Consumer device and behavior trends are affecting payment providers’ strategies across retail, P2P, B2B, disbursement, and cross-border channels. Here’s what that means for the payments ecosystem.

This second installment of the “Payments Ecosystem” collection unpacks how point-of-sale (POS) hardware, software, and payment gateway services are becoming increasingly intertwined as merchants adapt to economic turmoil and consumer payment changes.