The ISO 20022 messaging standard, set for adoption in March 2025, aims to standardize cross-border payments and foster interoperability.ISO 20022 enables the transmission of more detailed and structured payment data, reducing errors and improving reconciliation processes.Standardization of messaging ensures consistent data formats, transparency, and compliance-related data for cross-border payments.ISO 20022, combined with advancements in blockchain and AI, has the potential to modernize cross-border payments and unlock value-added services.