Stablecoin Payments Glossary
Payment Processor
A payment processor is a service provider that facilitates stablecoin transactions between customers and merchants.
Explanation
Payment processors may offer invoice generation, wallet infrastructure, transaction monitoring, compliance controls, and fiat conversion. They often simplify blockchain payments for merchants that do not wish to manage crypto operations directly.
Why it matters
Payment processors are a major interface between blockchain payments and commercial adoption.
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