Announcement,Partnership

dtcpay Collaborates with BNB Chain to Accelerate Real-World Utility for Stablecoin Payments

dtcpay has teamed up with BNB Chain, the community-driven blockchain ecosystem that includes the world’s largest smart contract blockchain by daily transactions to accelerate the real-world utility of stablecoins.

22 Jan 2025 6 mins Read

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From small businesses to large enterprises, the integration of BNB Chain into dtcpay’s payment ecosystem gives companies the flexibility to choose the blockchain network that best fits their needs.


Press Release

Singapore, 22 January 2025 — dtcpay has teamed up with BNB Chain, the community-driven blockchain ecosystem that includes the world’s largest smart contract blockchain by daily transactions to accelerate the real-world utility of stablecoins. This collaboration marks an important step in making Web3 payments more accessible, cost-effective, and seamless for both businesses and consumers.

 

Through this integration, dtcpay will enable businesses and merchants to accept payments via the BNB Chain network, opening up new opportunities for users to pay with stablecoins like USDT and USDC on BNB Smart Chain (BSC) and opBNB. Additionally, dtcpay is focused on reducing transaction costs by providing lower gas fees for users compared to other blockchain networks. By integrating BNB Chain as a payment network on dtcpay’s payment platform, the collaboration will increase the feasibility of businesses and merchants accepting stablecoin payments in the real world, helping bridge the gap between traditional finance and Web3 technologies.

dtcpay Enabling Real-World Payments on the BNB Chain

The collaboration between dtcpay and BNB Chain marks a game-changing development for both the blockchain and payments industries. BNB Chain has become one of the most widely adopted blockchain networks due to its scalability, speed, and low transaction fees, making it a perfect fit for businesses looking to integrate stablecoin payments without the hurdles of high gas fees or slow transaction times. By including BNB Chain as a payment network, dtcpay provides merchants and customers with a more efficient and cost-effective way to process stablecoin payments, opening up a new world of possibilities for businesses to access a broader, global customer base.

 

BNB Chain will be able to tap into dtcpay’s merchant ecosystem which includes a wide range of retailers, such as Capella Hotel Group, and over 35,000 locations in Singapore via the NETS SGQR+ unified QR code system.

 

“With dtcpay’s payment solutions, businesses can now seamlessly send and accept payments in stablecoins like USDT and USDC not only on Ethereum, Tron or Polygon, but on BNB Chain, allowing for easy off-ramping and conversion of stablecoins to fiat currencies. By integrating BNB Chain in our payment solutions, dtcpay empowers businesses to accept stablecoin payments without the complications that traditionally come with dealing in digital assets.” — Andy Sze Toh, Head of Payments, dtcpay

 

Sarah S, Head of Business Development  at BNB Chain, said: “We are thrilled to collaborate with dtcpay to simplify and expand the use of stablecoins, integrating crypto into daily life and advancing BNB Chain’s goal of driving widespread Web3 adoption.”

Lower Gas Fees for Businesses and Users

One of the primary benefits of the BNB Chain integration is the significant reduction in gas fees. Gas fees, which are required to process transactions on most blockchain networks, can often be a barrier to the widespread adoption of cryptocurrencies in everyday business operations. However, BNB Chain is known for its low transaction fees (typically averaging $0.001 on opBNB and $0.03 on BSC per transaction), which makes it an appealing option for both users and businesses looking to engage in efficient stablecoin payments without incurring prohibitive cost.

 

For businesses, this means more accessible payment options that don’t eat into margins with expensive network fees. For consumers, it translates into a smoother experience when making purchases with stablecoins, especially for smaller transactions, where high gas fees on other blockchains might have otherwise been a deterrent. By reducing these fees, dtcpay makes it easier for businesses to adopt stablecoins as a form of payment without the complexities or financial burden that can arise from other networks.

dtcpay’s Broader Payment Ecosystem

As a pioneering provider of blockchain payment solutions, dtcpay has long supported various popular blockchain networks like Ethereum, Tron, and Polygon. By enabling payments in stablecoins such as USDT, USDC, FDUSD, and WUSD, dtcpay offers businesses more flexibility and consumers a seamless experience. Adding BNB Chain further expands our diverse payments infrastructure, reinforcing our mission to bridge traditional finance with Web3 technology.

 

dtcpay’s commitment to making stablecoin payments more accessible is evident in our core solutions, comprising:

 

  • Payments: dtcpay enables businesses to accept payments in stablecoins, offering a seamless experience for both merchants and customers. By adding BNB Chain into this offering, merchants will be able to accept payments from over 4.7 million daily active users (DAU) on opBNB, and 1.12 million DAU on BSC, expanding their payment options and reaching a broader market.

  • Wallet: The dtcpay Wallet app allows users to store and transfer stablecoins and fiat currencies, and securely withdraw funds. With this wallet, users have full control over their payments and funds. Now, with the addition of BNB Chain, dtcpay makes it even easier for users to manage their stablecoins across multiple blockchain networks.

  • Card: The dtcpay Visa Infinite card (slated for release at the end of January 2025) supports multi-currency spending, enabling users to swap and spend both stablecoins and fiat currencies seamlessly. Users can load their wallets with stablecoins, and spend in fiat directly through the card. This card is designed to be a bridge between the digital and traditional financial systems, offering an easy, efficient way to use stablecoins for everyday purchases.

 

Together, these solutions provide a comprehensive and global infrastructure for accepting and spending stablecoins across various platforms.

A Vision for the Future of Payments

The collaboration between dtcpay and BNB Chain aligns with the broader vision of both companies to foster greater adoption of blockchain technology and stablecoins in real-world applications. dtcpay aims to break down the barriers between traditional financial services and Web3 finance, making it easier for businesses to integrate stablecoin payments into their operations. This collaboration with BNB Chain accelerates that mission by offering a faster, more affordable way for businesses and users to interact with blockchain technology.

 

The ability to pay via BNB Chain represents another step forward in expanding the real-world use cases for stablecoins. From small businesses to large enterprises, the integration of BNB Chain into dtcpay’s payment ecosystem gives companies the flexibility to choose the blockchain network that best fits their needs. Whether it’s reducing transaction costs or tapping into the global potential of blockchain technology, this collaboration offers a future-proof solution that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible with stablecoin payments.

Conclusion

Beyond a technical upgrade, this integration represents a significant leap forward in the real-world utility of stablecoins. By embracing BNB Chain, dtcpay helps to further legitimize stablecoins as a mainstream payment method and supports businesses in adopting blockchain technologies with ease.

 

As global awareness and adoption of blockchain technologies continue to rise, this collaboration places dtcpay and BNB Chain at the forefront of enabling global payment connectivity, demonstrating that digital assets can be accessible, practical, and usable in everyday commerce.

 

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Media Contacts

Ashlee Zhang

Head of Marketing

dtcpay

ashlee.zhang@dtcpay.com  

About dtcpay

dtcpay is a regulated Major Payment Institution (MPI) licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to conduct Digital Payment Token (DPT) services and other payment services under the Payment Services Act (PSA). As a leading provider of digital payment solutions, we pioneer the integration of stablecoin acceptance into traditional financial systems. With a vision to make global transactions seamless and sustainable, dtcpay empowers individuals and businesses to embrace the future of payments.

 

Learn more at dtcpay.com.

About BNB Chain

BNB Chain is a community-driven blockchain ecosystem that is removing barriers to Web3 adoption. It is composed of:

  • BNB Smart Chain (BSC): A secure DeFi hub with the lowest gas fees of any EVM-compatible L1; serves as the ecosystem’s governance chain. 
  • opBNB: A scalability L2 that delivers some of the lowest gas fees of any L2 and rapid processing speeds.
  • BNB Greenfield: Meets decentralized storage needs for the ecosystem and lets users establish their own data marketplaces.

 

Setting a high bar for security, the AvengerDAO community protects BNB Chain users while Red Alarm provides a real-time risk-scanner for Dapps. The ecosystem also offers a range of monetary and ecosystem rewards as part of its Builder Support Program.

 

For more, follow BNB Chain on X or start exploring via our Dapp library.

 

Announcement

dtcpay partners with Primer to meet the growing demand for seamless stablecoin payments in Southeast Asia

Singapore-based digital payments provider dtcpay, will work with global payments infrastructure firm Primer to facilitate easier transactions across fiat and stablecoins as it eyes global expansion.

15 Jan 2025 3 mins Read

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Singapore-based digital payments provider dtcpay, will work with global payments infrastructure firm Primer to facilitate easier transactions across fiat and stablecoins as it eyes global expansion.


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Singapore, 20 January 2025Primer, the unified infrastructure for global payments, and Singapore-based digital payments solutions provider dtcpay have announced a strategic partnership to facilitate seamless transactions across fiat and stablecoins for Southeast Asian consumers.

 

Using Primer’s infrastructure, dtcpay will now provide more payment options, including credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay, for consumers converting fiat to stablecoins. The partnership will also empower dtcpay to expand its offering to merchants, enabling both fiat and stablecoin payments through its online checkout capabilities. Known for serving the luxury retail and hospitality segments, including Capella Hotel Group, dtcpay’s adoption of Primer’s infrastructure will support the growing demand from high-net-worth individuals seeking to pay seamlessly using stablecoins.  

 

As it sets its sights on new markets, including Europe, the Middle East, and the US, dtcpay will leverage Primer’s extensive connections to global payment services, deep market expertise, and experience supporting ambitious, fast-growing businesses to expand internationally.

 

“This partnership with Primer allows dtcpay to enhance our offerings for our customers in our key segments across luxury and hospitality, allowing us to better facilitate seamless and secure transactions for merchants, whose customers increasingly seek to pay through their preferred stablecoins,” said Alice Liu, CEO & Co-founder of dtcpay. 

 

“Primer provides us with the global reach, advanced payment capabilities, and local market expertise needed to support our business in Southeast Asia and drive our expansion into new markets. We are confident that this partnership will enhance our position as one of the leading platforms for users transacting across fiat and stablecoins,” she adds. 

 

Kailash Madan, Head of Global Sales at Primer, said: “As the world’s first unified payment infrastructure, we are excited to partner with like-minded innovators like dtcpay, one of the region’s most recognized payment solution providers for stablecoins. As alternative payments increasingly become mainstream, our partnership is making stablecoin payments more accessible while providing merchants and consumers greater flexibility and choice about how they accept and make payments. As part of the partnership, we will also be making dtcpay available on the Primer platform as a payment method, to enable our merchants to collect payments through Stablecoins.” 

 

“We look forward to growing our partnership with dtcpay as they expand globally, supported by the expertise of our global team. As merchants increasingly view payments as a driver of growth, we’re focused on redefining what’s possible with unified infrastructure that removes barriers. By seamlessly integrating the best tools and services, we enable merchants to innovate, adapt, and scale with complete freedom.” he continues. 

 

For more information, please visit the Primer and dtcpay websites:

https://primer.io/

https://dtcpay.com/

 

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+65 8318 6275

About Primer

Primer is the unified infrastructure for global payments and commerce. With unrivaled freedom and visibility across the payments and commerce ecosystem, Primer equips merchants with the tools to effortlessly optimize performance, build at pace, and capture untapped revenue to achieve unstoppable growth. 

 

Operating in over 35 countries, Primer serves category leaders in retail & ecommerce, travel & mobility, ticketing, and fintech. It has raised over US$94M, backed by the likes of Tencent, Iconiq, Accel, Balderton, and RTP Global.

About dtcpay

dtcpay is a regulated Major Payment Institution (MPI) licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to conduct Digital Payment Token (DPT) services and other payment services under the Payment Services Act (PSA). As a leading provider of digital payment solutions, we pioneer the integration of stablecoin acceptance into traditional financial systems. With a vision to make global transactions seamless and sustainable, dtcpay empowers individuals and businesses to embrace the future of payments.

 

Learn more at dtcpay.com.

 

Announcement

Major Announcement: dtcpay Will Support Stablecoin & Fiat Payments Starting January 2025

As we wrap up 2024, dtcpay is excited to announce that, starting January 2025, we will transition to only support stablecoins for all our Digital Payment Token (DPT) payment services.

3 Dec 2024 4 mins Read

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The Future of Payments is Stable: dtcpay is Now a Pure Stablecoins Digital Payment Token (DPT) Service Provider!

Major Announcement: dtcpay Will Support Stablecoin & Fiat Payments Starting January 2025

As we wrap up 2024, dtcpay is excited to announce that, starting January 2025, we will transition to only support stablecoins for all our Digital Payment Token (DPT) payment services. This means we will phase out support for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) by the end of this year, all other stablecoin & fiat currency services will continue to remain available.

dtcpay’s Strategic Decision to Shift to Stablecoins: Why Now?

This transition to a pure stablecoins model reflects our commitment to offering a secure, predictable, and regulatory-compliant payment solution. While cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum have played an important role in the digital finance ecosystem, their volatility creates challenges for businesses and consumers who need stability and reliability in their transactions.

 

By January 2025, in addition to USDT (Tether) and USDC (USD Coin) dtcpay plans to progressively support the following stablecoins, ensuring users can transact globally with a trusted and stable medium:

 

  • FDUSD (First Digital USD)
  • WUSD (Worldwide USD)

 

These stablecoins are pegged to fiat currencies like the U.S. dollar, offering the stability and security businesses and consumers demand.

Why Stablecoins?

  • Stability: Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies, most stablecoins are less volatile and speculative in nature because they are commonly pegged to fiat currencies. This means businesses and consumers can transact with certainty and predictability, without worrying about drastic price fluctuations.

 

  • Security and Compliance: Stablecoins offer a higher level of trust and security compared to other digital assets. They are typically backed by reserves, ensuring value retention and reducing the risks associated with more volatile assets.

 

  • Scalability: By focusing on stablecoins, dtcpay can offer solutions that are globally scalable, ensuring seamless payments across borders without the high fees and delays often associated with traditional cross-border payments.

Leading the Way in Payment Innovation

This transition to a stablecoin model is a direct response to user demand, where a significant percentage of payments were made in stablecoins, as reflected in our recent one year’s transaction data. Payments in Singapore using stablecoins reached a record high of almost US$1 billion in the second quarter of 2024, led by transactions at merchant outlets, according to a report from Chainalysis (reported by Bloomberg). The surge in stablecoin adoption highlights the growing preference for stability and reliability in digital payments—factors that are driving dtcpay’s strategic decision to focus exclusively on stablecoins. By embracing this shift, we aim to meet the increasing demand for secure, predictable, and compliant payment solutions in an evolving digital finance ecosystem.

 

Some of our notable achievements include:

 

  • The only Asia-based company selected for the Mastercard Start Path program.
  • First regulated POS in Singapore to accept cryptocurrencies.
  • 2022 SFF Global FinTech Award by Singapore FinTech Association (SFA).
  • 2023 Best Cryptocurrency Payment Company by APAC Insider.
  • 2023 Top Singaporean FinTech Seed Deal.
  • Ranked 6th globally on Hoptrail’s Global Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Leaderboard and No.1 Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) in Singapore (Aug 2024).
  • 2024 Best Multi-Currency Swap Platform by PAN Finance
  • 2024 PayTech of the Year and Disruptor of the Year at the Asia FinTech Awards.

 

Additionally, we are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Singapore’s NETS SGQR+ initiative, enabling seamless stablecoin-to-fiat transactions through a unified QR code across the island. We’re also proud to be the first Major Payment Institution (MPI) in Singapore to join the Luxembourg House of Financial Technology (LHoFT), underscoring our global ambitions.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Payments is Stable

By transitioning to focus dtcpay’s Digital Payment Token (DPT) services purely on stablecoins, dtcpay is setting the stage for the future of global, digital payments. This move is designed to provide our customers with a more reliable, scalable, and secure payment experience—making digital finance predictable and stable.

As we enter 2025 with this clean slate, we remain committed to our mission of delivering Tomorrow’s Payments, Today. The future of payments is stable, and we’re proud to lead this evolution.

 

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Media Contacts

Ashlee Zhang
Head of Marketing
dtcpay
ashlee.zhang@dtcpay.com  

About dtcpay

dtcpay is a regulated Major Payment Institution (MPI) licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to conduct Digital Payment Token (DPT) services and other payment services under the Payment Services Act (PSA). As a leading provider of digital payment solutions, we pioneer the integration of stablecoin acceptance into traditional financial systems. With a vision to make global transactions seamless and sustainable, dtcpay empowers individuals and businesses to embrace the future of payments.

 

Learn more at dtcpay.com.