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CONSTANTIA FLEXIBLES TO ACQUIRE A MAJORITY OF SHARES OF ALUFLEXPACK AG AND ANNOUNCES PUBLIC TENDER OFFER FOR REMAINING SHARES
VIENNA, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Constantia Flexibles (“Constantia” or the “Company”), a global packaging manufacturer and portfolio company owned by an affiliate of One Rock Capital Partners, LLC (“One Rock“), today announced an agreement to acquire approximately 57% of the shares of Aluflexpack AG (“Aluflexpack”) from Montana Tech Components AG (“MTC”) and Xoris GmbH. In parallel, Constantia will launch an all cash public tender offer for all publicly held registered shares of Aluflexpack (the “Offer”). The Offer is subject to certain terms and conditions, including the outcome of the regulatory process. The material terms and conditions of the Offer are described in the pre-announcement of the Offer which has been published today and is available at https://afp-tender-offer.com.
The Board of Directors of Aluflexpack has unanimously resolved that it will recommend to the shareholders to accept the Offer.
“I am delighted to welcome Aluflexpack to Constantia – this acquisition fits perfectly in our Vision 2030 strategy as a strong packaging player in Europe and globally,” said Pim Vervaat, Constantia’s Chief Executive Officer. “We believe the combination of our businesses represents a great strategic and cultural fit that will allow us to better serve our customers through an enhanced sustainable product range supported by a fully integrated technology portfolio whilst extending our geographical reach.”
Johannes Steurer, CEO of Aluflexpack, said, “Over the last decade, Aluflexpack transformed itself into one of the foremost flexible packaging companies in Europe. Our current standing and accomplishments are also a result of the support and commitment demonstrated by MTC. We deeply appreciate this partnership, which was a pillar of support over the years and instrumental in facilitating our expansion projects as well as investments in our people, leading technology and innovation. Together with a new partner, we will continue to work on our strategy in order to create the best possible value for our customers, employees and all stakeholders, and drive innovation projects and our sustainability agenda. We look forward to our partnership with the team at Constantia Flexibles.”
“With the acquisition by Constantia Flexibles, Aluflexpack can take a significant next step in growth, leverage core competencies and consolidate expertise in the packaging sector,” added Dr. Michael Tojner, CEO of MTC and former majority owner of Aluflexpack. “We are proud of a success story for us as an international industrial group, a strategic realignment, an IPO and now a new ownership structure fully focused on packaging. From the beginning, I saw the great potential of this company in the packaging segment. In total, more than 360 million euros have been invested in organic and inorganic growth since 2013. Together with the strong management and the motivated employees, we have succeeded in making Aluflexpack a global player in the field of flexible packaging solutions.”
Jefferies is acting as exclusive financial advisor and Latham & Watkins LLP and Bär & Karrer as legal advisors to Constantia in the context of this transaction. MP Corporate Finance is acting as exclusive financial advisor to MTC and Xoris GmbH and Walder Wyss and Freshfields as legal advisors to MTC and Aluflexpack.
This press release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to buy or a solicitation of an offer to sell any securities of Aluflexpack and it does not constitute a prospectus or a similar notice within the meaning of articles 35 et seqq. or advertising within the meaning of art. 69 of the Swiss Financial Services Act. Complete terms and conditions of the offer will be set forth in the offer prospectus which is expected to be published on or around 2 April 2024 (the “Offer Prospectus”). Holders of shares in Aluflexpack are urged to carefully read the Offer Prospectus because it contains important information about the offer. This announcement is not for publication, release or distribution in or into or from any jurisdiction where it would otherwise be prohibited and does not constitute an offer of securities for sale in such countries. Please also refer to “Legal Disclaimers” below.
ABOUT CONSTANTIA FLEXIBLES
Constantia is a producer of flexible packaging, headquartered in Vienna. Based on the guiding principle of ‘People, Passion, Packaging’, over 7,150 employees manufacture packaging solutions at 28 sites in 15 countries. Many international companies and regional market leaders from the consumer and pharma industries choose the sustainable and innovative products of Constantia Flexibles. Sustainability is a top priority in product development at Constantia Flexibles: the company was rated Level A- by Climate Change Leadership (CDP) and Gold by EcoVadis in 2022. For more information, visit www.cflex.com.
ABOUT ALUFLEXPACK AG
Aluflexpack produces flexible packaging solutions for various consumer end markets. Its long-lasting customer relationships are underpinned by well-established industry insights, flexibility in customer service and development competence. Headquartered in Reinach (Aargau), Switzerland, Aluflexpack has production facilities in Switzerland, France, Poland, Türkiye and Croatia. It had 1,584 employees as of 30 June 2023. For more information, visit www.aluflexpack.com.
ABOUT ONE ROCK CAPITAL PARTNERS, LLC
One Rock makes investments in companies with potential for growth and operational improvement using a rigorous approach that utilizes highly experienced Operating Partners to identify, acquire and enhance businesses in select industries. The involvement of these Operating Partners is designed to afford One Rock the ability to conduct due diligence and consummate acquisitions and investments in all types of situations, regardless of complexity. One Rock works collaboratively with company management and its Operating Partners to develop a comprehensive business plan focused on growing the enterprise and its profitability to enhance long-term value. For more information, visit www.onerock.com.
FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
This announcement contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are information of a non-historical nature or which relate to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties. No assurance can be given that the transactions described herein will be consummated or as to the ultimate terms of any such transactions. Constantia undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information or future events or for any other reason.
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS
IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute, or form part of, any offer or invitation to sell or issue, or any solicitation of any offer, to purchase or subscribe for any registered shares or other equity securities in Aluflexpack, nor shall it form the basis of, or be relied on in connection with, any contract therefor. This release is not part of the offer documentation relating to the tender offer. Main terms and conditions of the tender offer have been published in today’s pre-announcement of the tender offer, and full details including terms and conditions will be published in the tender offer prospectus. Shareholders of Aluflexpack are urged to read the tender offer documents, which are or will be available at https://afp-tender-offer.com.
CERTAIN OFFER RESTRICTIONS
The tender offer will not be made, directly or indirectly, in any country or jurisdiction in which the tender offer would be considered unlawful or otherwise violate any applicable laws or regulations, or which would require Constantia Flexibles GmbH or any of its subsidiaries to change or amend the terms or conditions of the tender offer in any way, to make an additional filing with any governmental, regulatory or other authority or take additional action in relation to the tender offer. It is not intended to extend the tender offer to any such country or jurisdiction. Any such document relating to the tender offer must neither be distributed in any such country or jurisdiction nor be sent into such country or jurisdiction and must not be used for the purpose of soliciting the purchase of securities of Aluflexpack by any person or entity resident or incorporated in any such country or jurisdiction.
The communication is not being made by, and has not been approved by, an authorized person for the purposes of Section 21 of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 in the United Kingdom.
Reference is made to the pre-announcement of the tender offer published today for full offer restrictions and an overview of certain key differences with U.S. tender offer procedures and laws.
NOTICE TO U.S. HOLDERS
Shareholders of Aluflexpack in the United States (“U.S. Holders”) are advised that the registered shares of Aluflexpack are not listed on a U.S. securities exchange and that Aluflexpack is not subject to the periodic reporting requirements of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and is not required to, and does not, file any reports with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) thereunder.
The tender offer will be made for the registered shares of Aluflexpack, an Austrian company whose shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange Ltd., and is subject to Swiss disclosure and procedural requirements, which are different from those of the United States.
The tender offer will be made in the United States pursuant to Section 14(e) of, and Regulation 14E under, the Exchange Act, subject to the exemption provided under Rule 14d-1(c) under the Exchange Act for a tier 1 tender offer (the “Tier 1 Exemption”), and otherwise in accordance with the requirements of Swiss law. Accordingly, the tender offer will be subject to disclosure and other procedural requirements, including with respect to withdrawal rights, settlement procedures, waiver of conditions and timing of payments that are different from those applicable under U.S. tender offer procedures and laws. U.S. Holders are urged to consult with their own legal financial and tax advisors (including with respect to Swiss law) regarding the Offer.
As permitted under the Tier I Exemption, the settlement of the tender offer will be based on the applicable Swiss law provisions, which differ from the settlement procedures customary in the United States, particularly as regards to the time when payment of the consideration is rendered. The Offer, which will be subject to Swiss law, will be made to U.S. Holders in accordance with the applicable U.S. securities laws, and applicable exemptions thereunder, in particular the Tier I Exemption. To the extent the tender offer is subject to U.S. securities laws, those laws only apply to U.S. Holders of Aluflexpack’s shares and will not give rise to claims on the part of any other person. It may be difficult for U.S. Holders to enforce their rights and any claim they may have arising under the of U.S. federal securities laws, since Aluflexpack is located in a non-U.S. jurisdiction, and some or all of their officers and directors may be residents of a non-U.S. jurisdiction. U.S. Holders may not be able to sue Aluflexpack or its officers or directors in a non-U.S. court for violations of the U.S. securities laws. Further, it may be difficult to compel Aluflexpack and its affiliates to subject themselves to a U.S. court’s judgment.
Neither the SEC nor any securities commission of any State of the U.S. has (a) approved or disapproved of the tender offer; (b) passed upon the merits or fairness of the tender offer; or (c) passed upon the adequacy or accuracy of the disclosure in the pre-announcement. Any representation to the contrary is a criminal offence in the U.S.
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Mobile Wallet and Payment Market Skyrockets to $71.28 Billion by 2031 Dominated by Tech Giants – Paytm E-Commerce Pvt Ltd, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson and Early Warning Services, LLC | The Insight Partners
The global mobile wallet and payment market is set for explosive growth, with projections indicating a surge to $71.28 billion by 2031. This remarkable expansion, driven by increase in demand for multi-currency mobile wallets and growing demand for contactless payment solutions.
NEW YORK, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — According to a new comprehensive report from The Insight Partners, the global Mobile Wallet and Payment market is observing significant growth owing to the demand for multi-currency mobile wallets. Remitting money from one home country to another can be a time-consuming operation owing to the varied conversion rates, high remittance fees, and related taxes. A multi-currency wallet allows businesses to pay, receive, and save various currencies in a single digital wallet rather than maintaining separate accounts for each international currency. The multi-currency digital wallet eases overseas payments and currency conversions. Moreover, the multi-currency wallet provides various guaranteed benefits for cross-border payments.
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The report runs an in-depth analysis of market trends, key players, and future opportunities. In general, the mobile wallet and payment market comprises a vast array of components that are expected to register strength during the coming years.
Market Overview and Growth Trajectory:
Mobile Wallet and Payment Market Growth: According to an exhaustive report by The Insight Partners, the Mobile Wallet and Payment Market is experiencing significant growth, driven by increasing government initiatives for adoption of mobile wallet and payment solutions and expansion of e-commerce industry. The market, valued at $10.28 billion in 2023, is expected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 27.4% during 2023–2031.
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The global mobile wallet and payment market is observing substantial growth and is expected to maintain its upward trajectory in the foreseeable future. This growth can be accredited to numerous factors. Firstly, contactless payment adoption has risen dramatically across the globe, as it eliminates consumers’ need to carry cash while making purchases. Digital payments, which include near-field communication (NFC) and QR code-based transactions, are becoming more popular. Consumers are highly preferring contactless payment solutions for speeding financial transactions. The demand for a quick, safe, and clean payment method, particularly in the post-pandemic era, has accelerated the use of contactless technology. This has transformed the checkout experience in both physical and digital stores, making faster and more convenient transactions.
Increasing Government Initiatives for Adoption of Mobile Wallet and Payment Solutions: Mobile wallet and payment solutions are critical for consumers and businesses, as they increase accessibility, improve security, reduce transactional costs, and make payments faster. Increasing technological advancements, rising consumer demand for two-factor authentication (2FA) security, and other factors are boosting the demand for mobile wallets and payment solutions. This also encourages government bodies to take initiatives to support the adoption of mobile wallets and payment solutions in order to secure their business from financial risks. For instance, the DigiDhan Mission, established under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in India, aims to promote a cashless economy and provide a smooth digital payment experience for all citizens.
Expansion of E-Commerce Industry: The rise in the e-commerce business and consumers’ preference for online shopping has increased the adoption of mobile wallets and payment solutions for making quick payments. In May 2024, The Census Bureau of the Department of Commerce revealed that the estimate of the US retail e-commerce sales for the first quarter of 2024 was US$ 289.2 billion due to the seasonal variation adjustments and not price change. This represents a 2.1% (±0.7%) rise from the fourth quarter of 2023. Retail sales in the first quarter of 2024 stood at US$ 1,820.0 billion, with a fall of 0.1 % (±0.4%) from the fourth quarter of 2023. In the first quarter of 2024, e-commerce expanded by 8.6% (±1.1%) compared with the first quarter of 2023. Total retail sales were increased by 1.5% (±0.5%). In the first quarter of 2024, e-commerce sales made up 15.9% of the total sales.
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Emergence of Real-Time Payments in Developing Nations: Efficient and secure ways to make transactions are increasing the demand for real-time payments (RTPs). These technologies have made payments more convenient, quick, and secure, as well as eliminating the need for cash or cheques. The acceptance of RTPs has enabled rapid payment between businesses and organizations. Users can initiate payments at a minimal or no cost using a mobile number or QR code, eliminating the necessity for bank account details. Countries, including Kenya, Mexico, Brazil, and Sweden, are increasingly demanding mobile wallets and payment solutions to conduct transactions in real-time. The usage of mobile devices has been one of the most significant advances in real-time payment systems. With the growth of smartphones and mobile payments, consumers can easily send and receive payments on the go, eliminating the need for a computer or physical card reader.
Geographical Insights: In 2023, North America led the market with a substantial revenue share, followed by APAC and Europe. APAC is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Mobile Wallet and Payment Market Segmentation, Applications, Geographical Insights:
- Based on type, the mobile wallet and payment market is bifurcated into remote and proximity. The proximity segment held the largest share of the Mobile Wallet and Payment market in 2023
- In terms of technology, the market is divided into near-field communication, QR code, text-based, and others. The QR code segment held the largest share of the Mobile Wallet and Payment market in 2023.
- By end user, the mobile wallet and payment market is segmented into personal and business. The personal segment held the largest share of the Mobile Wallet and Payment market in 2023.
- The mobile wallet and payment market is segmented into five major regions: North America, Europe, APAC, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
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Key Players and Competitive Landscape:
The Mobile Wallet and Payment Market is characterized by the presence of several major players, including:
- Paytm E-Commerce Pvt Ltd
- Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson
- Early Warning Services, LLC
- PayU
- One MobiKwik Systems Limited
- Apple Inc
- Alphabet Inc
- AT&T Inc
- Paypal Holdings Inc
- Samsung Electronics Co Ltd
- Mastercard Inc
- Fitbit LLC
- American Express
- Visa Inc
- FIS Global
- Alipay
- Bharti Airtel
- SoftwareGroup
- PhonePe
- ACI Worldwide Inc.
These companies are adopting strategies such as new product launches, joint ventures, and geographical expansion to maintain their competitive edge in the market.
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Mobile Wallet and Payment Market Recent Developments and Innovations:
- “PhonePe announced that it has enabled UPI payment acceptance in collaboration with LankaPay across LankaQR merchant points at a grand event held in Colombo.”
- “Zeepay, the fastest-growing wholly Ghanaian-owned fintech in Ghana, introduced new digital financial solutions in partnership with Software Group, a global financial technology provider, to scale its business and accelerate financial inclusion.”
- “Mobily (a leading digital partner of the international technical conference LEAP 23) announced the launch of Mobily Pay during LEAP 23 in partnership with Ericsson in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Mobile Pay is a mobile financial service that is available to all the users in the Kingdom to conduct personalized financial services such as contactless payments, money transfers, international remittance, digital card payments, cash-back, bill payments, mobile top-up, and more, secure and at their convenience.”
Mobile Wallet and Payment Market Drivers, Challenges, Future Outlook and Opportunities:
According to Primer, debit card usage in the UK exceeds the usage levels in any other European country; ~90% of the population in the country owns Visa or Mastercard cards, which are instrumental in enabling digital transactions. Alternative payment methods also hold considerable importance in the country. Merchants in the UK are required to provide mobile wallet options, particularly Apple Pay and Google Pay, to manage their widespread operations. BNPL services are also well-received, with 36% of adults utilizing BNPL at least once in one year. While open banking payments are gaining traction, they currently represent a small portion of overall payment volumes.
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Mobile wallets are the second most favored online payment option among consumers in France. Global companies such as Google Pay, Apple Pay, and PayPal operate alongside France-based service providers such as Lyf, Lydia, and PayLib. PayLib is one of the most popular digital wallets in the country because of its integration with Cartes Bancaires. According to Pay.com, approximately 38% of online purchases made in France were paid for using a digital gadget in 2023. Various options available for French consumers for making payments using phones and watches include Amazon Pay, digital wallet brands such as Lyf, bank-specific apps, and mobile-only payment solutions such as Revolut and Monese.
Conclusion:
Multi-currency wallets provide enhanced security features and multiple authentication methods to protect account information and funds. It helps make secured overseas transfers and currency exchange. Consumers can switch currencies, pay bills, and create transactions in multiple currencies without managing multiple accounts. Multi-currency wallet allows consumers to make smooth cross-border payments with one tap. Multi-currency wallets allow consumers to swap currencies without the stress of foreign exchange. This enables consumers to carry any currency for all their foreign transactions without difficulties. Multi-currency wallets help in reducing international transaction expenses by eliminating currency translation fees. Furthermore, foreign transfers with banks incur additional prices and hidden fees; however, with a multi-currency wallet, consumers no longer have to bother with these unneeded costs. Therefore, multi-currency mobile wallets allow businesses to ensure that there are no issues with promoting and distributing products and services worldwide. They also support businesses in enhancing customer experiences.
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With projected growth to $71.28 Billion by 2031, the Mobile Wallet and Payment Market represents a significant opportunity for component providers, system technology integrators, system manufacturers, investors, industry stakeholders, end users and others. By staying abreast of market trends, embracing innovation, and focusing on quality and performance, companies can position themselves for success in this dynamic and evolving market landscape.
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- Mobile Wallet Market Size Forecast and Report Analysis by 2031
- Digital Payment Market Size, Share, Trends, Report 2028
- E-commerce Payment Market Share, Size & Forecast to 2025
- Asset and Wealth Management Market Size and Share by 2031
- Real Time Payments Market Forecast – Global and Regional Share 2031
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Verlingue consolidates its position in Europe with the acquisition of ProConseils Solutions
QUIMPER, France, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The insurance broker Verlingue, a subsidiary of the Adelaïde Group, announces its acquisition of ProConseils Solutions, a major player in the insurance brokerage market in French-speaking Switzerland. This strategic operation will enable Verlingue to strengthen its position in the Swiss market by broadening its range of services and expertise in the field of insurance coverage for businesses, local authorities and medico-social establishments.
ProConseils Solutions was founded in 2003 and is known for its personalised client approach and commitment to quality. With a staff of almost 25 employees based in three offices in the Canton of Vaud, ProConseils Solutions works with more than 1,500 companies, nearly 150 local authorities and 30 medico-social establishments, providing them with optimised solutions for managing their insurance coverage.
This acquisition is fully aligned with Verlingue’s Better Future 28 strategic plan, which aims to reinforce the company’s presence in Europe and expand the territorial coverage of its business, based on an ambitious project bringing together local businesses with a shared vision.
Benjamin Verlingue, Chairman and CEO of the Adelaïde Group, explains that:
“The acquisition of ProConseils Solutions marks an important step in our growth strategy in Switzerland and Europe. We share strong values with ProConseils Solutions, notably close relations with our customers and service excellence. Joining forces will enable us to provide all our customers – whether in Switzerland or in the other countries in which we operate – an even broader range of expertise and solutions that are increasingly tailored to their needs.”
Alain Bornand and Joseph Gelsomino, co-Founders of ProConseils Solutions, add:
“Becoming part of Verlingue and the Adelaïde Group, is a real opportunity for our customers and our staff. We will be able to provide even better services and draw on the Group’s technical expertise and international dimension. It will also enable us to continue to develop ProConseils Solutions in French-speaking Switzerland, both through our existing teams and through possible acquisitions. ProConseils Solutions is entering a new phase in its evolution and we are looking forward to sharing this with our customers, partners and staff.”
With this acquisition, Verlingue will help the Adelaïde Group achieve its objective of becoming the leading family-owned insurance broker in Europe by 2028.
About Verlingue
Verlingue is an insurance broker specialising in business protection, and a subsidiary of the Adelaïde Group. Working alongside entrepreneurs, Verlingue’s goal is to harness corporate risk management and employee protection to drive its customers’ value creation and performance. With offices in France, Portugal, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Italy, and through partners in over 100 countries, Verlingue works with its customers over the long term and at every instant to better understand and plan ahead for new risks and develop simple yet effective solutions to protect their business (corporate risk) and staff (supplementary social protection schemes and pensions).
1,500 employees, 550 of whom are based outside France
Operating out of 5 countries in Europe
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About ProConseils Solutions
ProConseils Solutions is an insurance broker that specialises in providing insurance advice and coverage to local authorities, socio-medical establishments and SMEs. Our team has extensive expertise, based on nationally-recognised higher occupational training, supported by many years’ experience in the field. With local offices in Morges, Yverdon-les-Bains and Payerne, we are close to our customers. Respect, competency, high standards and team spirit are the values that underpin our corporate charter.
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Former MD of SUI Foundation, Greg Siourounis, Joins xMoney Global as Co-Founder and CEO to build MiCA-Regulated Stablecoin Platform
xMoney Global, the global, inter-bank and cross crypto/fiat integrated payments platform has appointed award-winning economist Dr. Greg Siourounis as Co-Founder and CEO. The company is a Mastercard principal member, with strategic European licenses, such as e-Money and VASP.
As the digital landscape continues to evolve with the coming MiCA regulation, xMoney Global intends to lead Europe into this new transformative EU regulated stablecoin era. Greg Siourounis will lead the integration of xMoney’s advanced blockchain-enabled payments infrastructure with its upcoming stablecoin program. Stablecoins are a key driver of blockchain adoption in today’s market, now surpassing Bitcoin, remittances, and PayPal in annual transaction volume. As such, xMoney’s Global reputation positions it to bridge Web3 innovation with traditional finance, leading Europe into a new transformative EU regulated stablecoin era.
Dr. Greg, who has played a pioneering role in the growth of Sui Foundation as its former Managing Director and who previously founded Everypay, will drive xMoney Global’s next wave of growth. Beyond the standard reference of his academic work in 2024’s Nobel Prize in Economics, Dr. Greg’s career is also decorated with awards such as the 2005 Young Economist Award from The European Economic Association and the 2008 Austin Robinson Prize from The Royal Economic Society. His immediate target will be to focus on partnerships, regulatory alignment and market expansion, as xMoney Global looks to build a comprehensive payments platform that bridges legacy financial systems with the potential of decentralized finance.
Commenting on his appointment, Dr. Greg Siourounis, CEO of xMoney Global, said, “As Europe prepares to embrace MiCA regulation, xMoney Global is positioned to redefine what compliant, secure, and seamless digital payments can be. Our goal is to deliver a solid and trusted ecosystem that combines the strengths of traditional finance with the flexibility of blockchain technology to create a future-ready payment experience.”
Beniamin Mincu, Co-founder of MultiversX, said, “xMoney Global’s mission aligns perfectly with the vision of MultiversX to bring scalable and secure blockchain solutions to mainstream finance. This appointment marks a significant step toward building a more inclusive and resilient financial system.”
The launch of xMoney Global aims to offer a next-gen blockchain-as-a-service module backed by its native stablecoin, with key white-labeled services including acquiring, issuing, onramps/offramps and a sticky loyalty program, all backed by MultiversX’s state-of-the-art sharding technology. Following the surge in crypto markets after Trump’s pro-crypto Presidential win, xMoney will be ideally placed to accelerate real-world adoption as the easiest way for everyone (consumers, retail and e-commerce) to seamlessly access fiat and crypto currencies in an app, card or payment gateway.
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