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SoFi and Square Show Why Bank Charters Matter Now
Banking // February 20, 2026

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Behind the Stablecoin Buzz, Old-School Infrastructure Still Runs the Show
Cryptocurrency // February 19, 2026

Stablecoins are often portrayed as a triumph of blockchain innovation, but behind the scenes they can frequently run on conventional infrastructure. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Legal Experts Say Shifting Federal Stance on Digital Assets Puts Bank Charters Back in Play
Cryptocurrency // February 19, 2026

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Mastercard Move Powers Ericsson Global Wallet Expansion
Partnerships // February 18, 2026

Mobile communications and connectivity company Ericsson launched a money movement partnership with Mastercard, according to a Wednesday (Feb. 18) press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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Behind the Stablecoin Buzz, Old-School Infrastructure Still Runs the Show

February 19, 2026
Stablecoins are often portrayed as a triumph of blockchain innovation, but behind the scenes they can frequently run on conventional infrastructure. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing […]

Volatility Forces Banks and FinTechs to Rethink Cross-Border Strategy

February 17, 2026
While cross-border trade itself remains in a period of upheaval, the global payment options supporting cross-border commerce have never been more advanced and innovative. Get the Full Story Complete the...

Firms Report Improved Financial Performance Linked to Use of Embedded Finance

February 16, 2026
Embedded finance has evolved beyond a supplementary revenue channel to become the deciding factor between companies that forge lasting customer relationships and those that fall behind, according to new research...

Households Navigate Higher Costs With Smarter Spending

February 12, 2026
The consumer in the United States is no longer one market. It’s two. And corporate earnings calls are increasingly where the split shows up first. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Mastercard Move Powers Ericsson Global Wallet Expansion

February 18, 2026
Mobile communications and connectivity company Ericsson launched a money movement partnership with Mastercard, according to a Wednesday (Feb. 18) press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing […]

OwlTing Challenges Remittance Heavyweights via Visa Direct

February 17, 2026
Global FinTech company OwlTing is preparing to launch a mobile app designed to facilitate remittances sent from the United States. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Fiserv Catches Eye of Activist Investor Jana Partners

February 17, 2026
Activist investor Jana Partners has reportedly purchased a stake in payments company Fiserv. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Ingo Payments and Elektra USA Team for Faster Remittances

February 11, 2026
Money mobility solutions provider Ingo Payments partnered with money transfer FinTech Elektra USA. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...