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Stablecoins and the changing foundations of cross-border payments

For decades, cross-border payments have been built on systems designed to ensure stability, security and global reach, in an economic reality where money moved in defined cycles and markets were more regionally concentrated. Those systems remain the backbone of global finance today. Banks, correspondent networks and established rails like SWIFT continue to e...

The Rise of Stablecoins in Global Treasury: Why Flexibility is the New Standard for Merchants

In the world of global commerce, "one size fits all"a is a recipe for friction. For high-growth merchants, the ability to choose how and where they receive their funds is just as important as the payment methods they offer their customers. At Bamboo, our infrastructure is built to provide maximum optionality. While our traditional banking rails offer industr...

LATAM’s Holiday Season: A Window for Growth

Latin America’s extended holiday season creates a final wave of cross-border demand — and a strong foundation to start 2026 ahead of the curve. For global merchants, December isn’t just the end of the holiday season; in Latin America, it’s often one of the most dynamic and rewarding periods of the entire year. Cross-border demand stays strong well beyond Bla...

Latin America’s Next E-Commerce Wave: What Global Merchants Need to Know

Latin America is entering a new phase of digital commerce. Not the explosive, pandemic-driven spike, but a more stable, scalable growth cycle fueled by mobile adoption, diversified payment methods and the rise of digital services across the region. According to PCMI, the region is on track to reach USD 1 trillion in e-commerce volume by 2027, with 25% YoY gr...
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Bre-B in Colombia: instant payments, made simple

Think about this: you’re shopping online, paying a bill or sending money to a family member late at night. Rather than waiting minutes (or even until the next banking day) your payment is confirmed in seconds. That’s the shift Bre-B is bringing to Colombia. Developed by Colombia’s Central Bank, Bre-B is a real-time payment rail designed to make money movemen...

Why Argentina should be on every global merchant’s radar in 2025

A macroeconomic turnaround worth noting. Argentina is turning the corner. After last year’s setback, the economy is projected to grow 5.5% in 2025 (BBVA Research), fueled by stronger consumption and investment as restrictions on capital and currency gradually ease.

Peru Payments: A practical guide for global merchants

After attending the Peru Payments Innovation forum in Lima, one thing is clear: Peru is moving fast toward a wallet-first, real-time future, while cash-adjacent options still matter at checkout. For global merchants, this mix creates real opportunity if you localize payment experiences from day one.
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