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Global payment platform Payoneer is deepening its focus on digital assets, announcing a new Payoneer stablecoin solution in partnership with infrastructure provider Bridge to streamline cross-border business payments. Payoneer and Bridge expand stablecoin use for global SMBs On February 19, 2026, Payoneer revealed a strategic collaboration with Bridge, a Stripe company, to integrate end-to-end stablecoin workflows directly into its platform. The initiative aims to deliver faster and more secure cross-border settlement for small and medium-sized businesses. Under the partnership, SMBs will be able to hold, receive and send stablecoins from within Payoneer’s interface. Moreover, the company intends to move stablecoins firmly beyond speculative trading and into everyday, regulated financial operations. These assets can be used for routine transactions, including supplier payments and contractor invoices, within a framework that prioritizes compliance and risk controls. That said, Payoneer is positioning stable-value digital currencies as a working capital tool rather than a volatile investment product. Bridging the digital divide in cross-border finance The announcement comes as adoption of stablecoins accelerates, particularly for what the industry describes as “always-on” money movement. However, despite faster settlement and 24/7 availability, real-world usage still faces structural hurdles, especially in emerging markets. Payoneer points to the persistent challenge of converting stablecoins into local currency as a key friction point. Moreover, slower-than-expected regulatory reform in many jurisdictions has compounded these issues, limiting stablecoin uptake where traditional banking access is already constrained. The new collaboration uses Bridge’s infrastructure to mask blockchain complexity from end users. By embedding on-chain and off-chain workflows, Payoneer aims to tackle the conversion and compliance bottlenecks that have historically hampered adoption in markets that need innovative payment rails most. As a result, stablecoin cross border settlement processes are expected to feel similar to conventional fintech experiences, while still benefiting from near-instant clearing and lower operational overheads.…

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Filed under: News - @ February 19, 2026 7:25 pm