Stripe Reportedly Acquires OpenRouter for $7 Billion to Dominate AI Micropayments
August 18, 2026
Stripe has reportedly agreed to acquire AI gateway platform OpenRouter for over $7 billion, highlighting a massive strategic push into AI micropayments, model metering, and machine-to-machine commerce.
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Deel Expands DLUSD Stablecoin Payroll Wallet to Over 80 Emerging Markets
August 18, 2026
Global HR and payroll giant Deel has expanded its dollar-pegged DLUSD stablecoin wallet to over 80 countries, enabling contractors in emerging markets to bypass traditional banking friction.
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BitGo Prepares for Executive Transition as Q2 Net Loss Reaches $19 Million Despite Revenue Surge
August 17, 2026
Digital asset custodian BitGo announces the departure of CFO Edward Reginelli alongside Q2 results showing a $19 million net loss, despite an 80% increase in revenue.
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Securitize Tokenized Assets Hit $4.3 Billion While Revenue Declines and Expenses Rise
August 17, 2026
Securitize reported a record $4.3 billion in average tokenized assets under management for Q2, but falling revenue and rising operating expenses led to a widening net loss of $21.7 million.
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Tempo Launches Embedded Yield Infrastructure ‘Tempo Earn’, Secures Global Payroll Giant Deel as Debut Partner
August 17, 2026
Tempo has launched Tempo Earn, an embedded yield solution allowing fintechs like Deel to offer up to 4% APY on idle stablecoin balances while maintaining compliance with US regulations.
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