PayPal has expanded its offerings by bringing PYUSD to the Solana blockchain, aiming to enhance its stability and efficiency for transactions. This move is especially significant for platforms like Crypto.com, Phantom, and Paxos, which are now offering PYUSD on Solana alongside PayPal and Venmo wallets.
At Consensus 2024, PayPal announced that its stablecoin PYUSD is now live on the Solana blockchain, emphasizing faster and more cost-effective transactions. According to Jose Fernandez da Ponte, Senior Vice President of PayPal’s Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, and Digital Currency Group, this step aligns with PayPal’s vision of enabling digital currencies for commerce and payments.
Solana’s network, known for its speed and scalability, is deemed perfect for innovative payment solutions, as noted by Sheraz Shere, Head of Payments at Solana Foundation. PayPal’s decision to join Solana highlights the platform’s potential for fintech innovation and efficient payment processing.
PayPal emphasized Solana’s capability to process large transaction volumes quickly and cost-effectively, making it ideal for PYUSD’s use in commerce. With this integration, users can now choose between sending PYUSD on Ethereum or Solana, providing flexibility and convenience.
It’s worth noting that PayPal holds a license from the New York State Department of Financial Services for virtual currency activities, while Paxos Trust Company LLC manages the issuance and custody of PayPal USD.
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