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X shifts US creator payouts from Stripe to X Money
X is streamlining creator payouts in the U.S., transitioning from Stripe to its own X Money payments service. This shift represents a significant step in X’s control over its financial infrastructure, directly managing funds for creators. While this move enhances operational efficiency, X is actively investigating recent reports of targeted user account attacks following the X Money launch. As explored in our related article, "X says attackers are targeting user accounts after the launch of X Money," security remains a key focus.

Stripe and Advent reportedly offered to buy PayPal for around $53.4B
Recent reports indicate Stripe and Advent International are considering a $53.4 billion acquisition of PayPal, a move that would consolidate two titans of the digital payments landscape. Should the deal proceed, it would represent a significant shift in the sector, uniting established leaders and reshaping the competitive environment. This development highlights the ongoing evolution of payment infrastructure and the accelerating interest in strategic consolidation.