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Barclays invests in Ubyx, a U.S. fintech, to advance stablecoin-based cross-border payments.
Barclays PLC has acquired a stake in Ubyx, a U.S.-based fintech startup founded in 2025, marking its first known investment in a stablecoin-related venture.
The move signals Barclays’ growing interest in blockchain-based digital asset settlement solutions, particularly for cross-border payments.
Ubyx develops infrastructure to improve interoperability among stablecoins—digital currencies pegged to traditional fiat—aiming to streamline financial transactions.
While financial details were not disclosed, the investment aligns with Barclays’ strategy to explore regulated tokenized money and supports a broader consortium of 10 major banks, including Goldman Sachs and UBS, examining a joint stablecoin tied to G7 currencies.
The development reflects increasing institutional involvement in stablecoins despite ongoing regulatory scrutiny.
Barclays invierte en Ubyx, una fintech estadounidense, para avanzar en los pagos transfronterizos basados en stablecoins.