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Western Union to Launch Stablecoin and Cash Off-Ramps for Digital Assets
Cryptocurrency // October 28, 2025

Western Union plans to launch a new stablecoin and a network designed to enable real-world utility for digital assets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...

Earnings Momentum Lifts the CE 100 as Banking, Payments and Enablers Lead Gains
Connected Economy // October 27, 2025

Earnings helped boost the fortunes of the CE 100 Index this past week, and overall, the gains came in at 2.7%.  And amid the themes of those earnings reports: Consumers are withstanding some of the pressures of the macro economy and interest rates, as spending...

Stablecoins in Emerging Markets Face Growing KYC Test
Cryptocurrency // August 19, 2025

Stablecoins may have begun as plumbing for crypto trading, but in emerging market the digital holdings are being eyed as payment options to pay for groceries, rent and utility bills — a shift that will force financial firms to rethink compliance as much as consumer...

Western Union Considers Jump Onto Stablecoin Bandwagon
Cryptocurrency // August 12, 2025

Western Union is reportedly considering the launch of its own dollar-backed stablecoin. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

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Earnings Momentum Lifts the CE 100 as Banking, Payments and Enablers Lead Gains

October 27, 2025
Earnings helped boost the fortunes of the CE 100 Index this past week, and overall, the gains came in at 2.7%.  And amid the themes of those earnings reports: Consumers are withstanding some of the pressures of the macro economy and interest rates, as spending continues and loan demand is strong. Get the Full Story […]

CE 100 Index Plunges 4.3% as Payment and Banking Names Slide on Tariff Volatility

March 10, 2025
It was a rough week for the CE 100 Index, which lost 4.3% across five days of trading, outpacing the losses seen in all other benchmarks, from the NASDAQ to...

CE 100 Loses 2.5% as Western Union Leads Payment Names Lower

October 30, 2023
The CE 100 Index lost 2.5%, as payment-related names led to the downside. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

SVB Shutters and Banks Drag CE 100 Index 6.7% Lower

March 13, 2023
The CE 100 Stock Index lost 6.7% as Silicon Valley Bank collapsed during a dramatic week that raises questions about FinTechs and startup funding. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Western Union to Launch Stablecoin and Cash Off-Ramps for Digital Assets

October 28, 2025
Western Union plans to launch a new stablecoin and a network designed to enable real-world utility for digital assets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, […]

Western Union Considers Jump Onto Stablecoin Bandwagon

August 12, 2025
Western Union is reportedly considering the launch of its own dollar-backed stablecoin. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Western Union Expands Retail Footprint With $500 Million Intermex Deal

August 11, 2025
Western Union is acquiring money transfer service International Money Express (Intermex) for $500 million. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Western Union Launches Money Transfer Partnership With Chipper Cash

July 30, 2025
Western Union is joining forces with two African FinTechs to provide international money transfer services. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...