"Paytrie Paves New Path for Canadian Firms to Move Money Globally—Faster and Cheaper"

Paytrie, a Canadian fintech firm specializing in stablecoin on/off-ramping and cross-border payment solutions, has announced its integration with the Circle Payments Network (CPN) to enhance stablecoin infrastructure in Canada. This move follows Paytrie’s long-standing support for USD Coin (USDC), a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar and issued by regulated Circle affiliates. The integration is expected to expand the reach of regulated stablecoins in Canada, enabling faster, more transparent, and cost-effective global money transfers. Paytrie’s Chief Strategy Officer, Jason Tong, emphasized the importance of the collaboration in modernizing money movement for Canadian individuals and businesses, particularly through the use of stablecoins for always-on settlement and reduced transaction costs [1].

The Circle Payments Network, a blockchain-based protocol operated by Circle Technology Services (CTS), facilitates real-time cross-border payments among participating financial institutions. While CTS does not manage customer accounts or hold funds, it provides the technological backbone for institutions to connect, communicate securely, and settle directly. Paytrie’s participation in the CPN represents a strategic expansion of its regulatory and product offerings, further solidifying its position in the stablecoin infrastructure market [1]. Paytrie, a FINTRAC-registered Money Services Business, has already enabled Canadian users to access USDC through its platform and has been an active participant in the Circle Alliance Program alongside global companies working to advance stablecoin adoption [1].

This collaboration is part of a broader trend in the fintech industry, where companies are increasingly leveraging stablecoins to streamline cross-border transactions. For example, StratX, a programmable financial infrastructure protocol, recently launched a compliance-routing protocol designed to automate the settlement of stablecoins and cross-border payments. The protocol aims to address the complexities of moving digital assets across multiple networks, including blockchains and traditional financial systems, in real time [2]. Similarly, advancements in USDC adoption are reshaping payroll and treasury management practices, particularly in Asia, where fintech startups are using USDC for contractor and salary payments. In 2024, the use of crypto-based payroll methods increased by 300%, with USDC capturing 63% of the market share [3].

The growing popularity of USDC is also influencing regulatory frameworks, particularly in the European Union, where the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation is aligning stablecoins with traditional electronic money. This alignment is expected to reduce uncertainty for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) using stablecoins for payments and treasury management. Additionally, USDC’s monthly reserve reports and transparency measures, including its backing by U.S. Treasuries, have contributed to its trustworthiness and adoption. These features make USDC an attractive option for businesses seeking to reduce cross-border transfer costs and improve operational efficiency [3].

As USDC continues to expand across 24 blockchain networks and facilitate over $37 billion in cross-chain transactions, Circle is also enhancing its compliance infrastructure. The company has joined the Global Travel Rule (GTR) Network and the TRUST network, reinforcing its commitment to anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) standards. Circle has also launched the Stableit SDK, a developer tool designed to simplify cross-chain USDC transfers by abstracting complex processes like approvals and transaction routing. The tool supports smart routing and gasless transfers, further accelerating the adoption of stablecoins in decentralized finance (DeFi), real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, and global trade applications [4].

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[1] Paytrie Joins Circle Payments Network to Expand Stablecoin Payment Capabilities in Canada (https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/paytrie-joins-circle-payments-network-to-expand-stablecoin-payment-capabilities-in-canada-302547674.html)

[2] Paytrie Joins Circle to Grow Cross-Border Stablecoin Payments While StratX Launches a Stablecoin Protocol (https://www.digitaltransactions.net/paytrie-joins-circle-to-grow-cross-border-stablecoin-payments-while-stratx-launches-a-stablecoin-protocol/)

[3] Why is USDC's Surge in Circulation Important? (https://www.onesafe.io/blog/usdc-2-billion-surge-crypto-payroll)

[4] Circle's USDC And CCTP V2 Expand To Plume And XDC Network, Enhancing Cross-Chain Transfers And Global Compliance (https://www.crowdfundinsider.com/2025/09/250181-circles-usdc-and-cctp-v2-expand-to-plume-and-xdc-network-enhancing-cross-chain-transfers-and-global-compliance/)