Stripe has acquired crypto firm Privy to enhance its involvement in the digital assets space.
Privy assists companies in building crypto wallets and announced the acquisition on its website.
The terms of the purchase were not disclosed.
Privy's CEO expressed that the intersection of digital ownership and financial systems is significant, aligning with Stripe's vision of merging crypto and fiat systems.
Privy provides an API for customers to securely create wallets, sign transactions, and integrate on-chain systems, serving over 75 million accounts and 1,000+ developer teams.
Stripe recently expanded its money movement capabilities, allowing U.K. businesses to manage balances in multiple currencies and make cross-border payments easier.
Stripe Co-founder John Collison highlighted the importance of stablecoins and AI in shaping the future of online commerce.
Collison mentioned discussing stablecoin integration with banks, signaling a growing interest in incorporating stablecoins into traditional banking products.