Nexo, a digital asset wealth management platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Sphere, a cross-border payment provider, to modernize business transactions across borders.
As cross-border payments continue to evolve, the integration of blockchain technology promises to revolutionize the way businesses transact internationally. In a move that brings together digital asset wealth management platform Nexo and cross-border payment provider Sphere, the two entities have announced a strategic partnership to modernize business transactions across borders.
The partnership will combine Nexo’s digital asset expertise with Sphere’s scalable infrastructure to enable businesses to rapidly adjust to changing market conditions. Through the integration of Nexo’s proprietary technologies, including the NEXO Token and advanced digital asset capabilities, with Sphere’s cross-border payment system, businesses will be able to perform near-instant currency conversion using stablecoins.
This partnership will also introduce a new level of efficiency to treasury operations, cutting down on settlement times and operational costs. Moreover, the partnership will be fully compliant with relevant regulations in each region of operation.
“At Nexo, we unite traditional and digital assets to build the next generation of wealth,” said Savina Boncheva, Chief Operating Officer at Nexo. “Collaborating with Sphere furthers that goal by giving clients and businesses a faster, more transparent way to move between global currencies and digital assets, all within a compliant framework. This partnership will empower businesses with the tools they need to navigate today’s rapidly changing economic landscape.”
Many businesses today face significant challenges when making cross-border payments. Long processing times, high fees from multiple intermediaries, and the complexities of foreign exchange transactions can create inefficiencies in treasury management.
The traditional banking system can take three to seven days to settle international transactions, while cross-border payments are typically restricted to a limited number of currency pairs. In contrast, Sphere’s API enables fintech firms and financial institutions to rapidly integrate a system that offers rapid settlement, typically within one to three hours, and lower operational costs.
The use of stablecoins, which now account for 75% of on-chain transaction volume, provides a reliable medium for international payments. Moreover, USD-pegged stablecoins have seen rapid growth, recently surpassing a $200 billion market capitalization.
“With Latin American economies contending with considerable inflation and currency volatility, our alliance with Nexo stands to be a real game-changer,” said Arnold Lee, CEO of Sphere. “By joining forces, we can deliver a secure, streamlined environment for everything from everyday B2B transactions to larger-
