On- and off-ramp companies are now seen as critical infrastructure for stablecoin-powered payments, driving a surge in M&A activity, says VanEck Ventures’ Juan Lopez. Previously viewed merely as tools to fund crypto accounts, these firms now enable cross-border remittances, B2B payments, and everyday transactions under evolving U.S. regulations like the GENIUS Act. Recent deals—including Stripe’s $1.1B acquisition of Bridge and Ripple’s $200M purchase of Rail—highlight the sector’s strategic value, with licenses and regulatory compliance adding to their appeal. Banks like Citi and Bank of America are also exploring stablecoins, signaling broader adoption.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekIvan Soto-Wright and MoonPay Transforming Access to Cryptocurrency Worldwide
Ivan Soto-Wright, founder of MoonPay, aims to simplify fiat-to-crypto transactions, enhancing global access to digital assets. The company recently acquired Helio for $175 million to improve its payment infrastructure, despite facing workforce reductions amid growth challenges. Soto-Wright emphasizes the need to make cryptocurrency appealing and relevant to everyday life.
about Ivan Soto-Wright and MoonPay Transforming Access to Cryptocurrency WorldwideMoonpay Acquires Helio to Enhance Crypto Payment Solutions for Merchants
Moonpay has acquired Helio, a Solana-focused payment processor, for $175 million, allowing Helio to operate as a subsidiary while its employees become shareholders. This acquisition aims to enhance decentralized payment solutions, leveraging Helio’s technology to support over 6,000 merchants and millions of customers. Both companies’ CEOs emphasized the potential to transform merchant payments into faster, more affordable processes, tapping into the underutilized crypto assets of millions.
about Moonpay Acquires Helio to Enhance Crypto Payment Solutions for MerchantsMoonPay Acquires Helio for 175 Million to Enhance Crypto Payment Solutions
MoonPay has acquired Helio, a Solana-based payment platform, for $175 million to enhance its on-chain payment capabilities. Helio, which has processed over $1.5 billion for over 6,000 merchants, supports various digital assets and integrates with platforms like Shopify and Discord. This acquisition aims to improve MoonPay’s offerings for trading platforms and decentralized applications, following recent collaborations with PayPal and regulatory approvals in the EU.
about MoonPay Acquires Helio for 175 Million to Enhance Crypto Payment SolutionsDeribit Explores Buyout Offers Amid Growing Blockchain Merger Activity
Deribit, a leading cryptocurrency options exchange, is exploring buyout offers amid rising merger activity in the blockchain sector. The exchange, valued between $4 billion and $5 billion, has engaged Financial Technology Partners to assess these opportunities, although it has not officially been put up for sale. With a trading volume of nearly $1.4 billion in the last 24 hours, Deribit has solidified its position in the market, especially after relocating to Dubai in 2024. Acquisitions in the crypto space are increasing, with notable deals including Chainalysis’s purchase of AI fraud detection startup Alterya for $150 million and MoonPay’s acquisition of Helio for $175 million, signaling industry maturation.
about Deribit Explores Buyout Offers Amid Growing Blockchain Merger ActivityMoonPay Acquires Helio to Enhance Crypto Payment Solutions and Infrastructure
MoonPay has acquired Helio, a Solana-based crypto payment processor, enhancing its capabilities in decentralized finance and trading infrastructure. Helio supports over 6,000 merchants and has processed over $1.5 billion in transactions, enabling payments in various digital assets. This acquisition aligns with MoonPay’s vision for efficient and scalable crypto commerce solutions, further solidified by its recent partnerships with PayPal and compliance with the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation.
about MoonPay Acquires Helio to Enhance Crypto Payment Solutions and InfrastructureMoonPay Acquires Helio to Enhance Crypto Payment Services
MoonPay has acquired Solana payments startup Helio in an all-equity deal valued at $175 million, with Helio’s entire team joining MoonPay. This move aims to enhance MoonPay’s offerings beyond crypto buying and selling, focusing on e-commerce and on-chain payments. The acquisition reflects a growing interest in crypto payment solutions, despite the sector’s challenges in mainstream adoption.
about MoonPay Acquires Helio to Enhance Crypto Payment ServicesMoonPay Acquires Helio for 175 Million Dollars to Enhance Crypto Payments
MoonPay has acquired Helio, a Solana-powered crypto payment processor, for $175 million. The deal aims to enhance MoonPay’s capabilities in the cryptocurrency payment sector. The company emphasizes user consent regarding personal data processing and the use of cookies for personalized services.
about MoonPay Acquires Helio for 175 Million Dollars to Enhance Crypto PaymentsMoonPay Acquires Helio to Enhance Crypto Payment Solutions
MoonPay has acquired Helio, a blockchain platform built on Solana, for $175 million, enhancing its capabilities in crypto payments. Helio has processed over $1.5 billion in transactions and supports more than 6,000 merchants, integrating with platforms like Discord, Shopify, and WooCommerce.This acquisition is a strategic move to strengthen MoonPay’s offerings in secure and scalable crypto commerce solutions. Additionally, MoonPay recently secured its Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) license in the Netherlands, allowing for expanded services across Europe.
about MoonPay Acquires Helio to Enhance Crypto Payment SolutionsMoonPay Acquires Helio for 175 Million to Enhance Crypto Services
MoonPay has acquired Solana-based payment processor Helio for $175 million, enhancing its crypto offerings and solidifying its role as a bridge between traditional and decentralized finance. Helio has facilitated over $1.5 billion in transactions in three years. The acquisition follows MoonPay’s recent partnerships with PayPal and Venmo, which enable users to purchase cryptocurrencies through conventional payment methods, further simplifying the onboarding process for new users in the crypto space.
about MoonPay Acquires Helio for 175 Million to Enhance Crypto ServicesMoonPay Acquires Helio for 175 Million to Enhance Crypto Payment Services
MoonPay has acquired Helio, a blockchain-based payment processor, for $175 million to enhance its crypto payment services. This acquisition integrates Helio’s technology, which supports over 6,000 merchants and has processed over $1.5 billion in transactions, allowing for faster and more affordable crypto payments.With this deal, MoonPay aims to expand its infrastructure and user base, which already includes around 20 million users globally. The acquisition follows MoonPay’s recent approval to operate as a licensed crypto business in the Netherlands under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework.
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