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Stripe and Paradigm partnered for a blockchain

Stripe and Paradigm partnered for a blockchain launch focused on stablecoin payments

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Key points

  • Stripe and Paradigm partnered for a blockchain launch called Tempo, focused on stablecoin payments.

  • Tempo blockchain is EVM-compatible and targets high-speed global payouts.

  • Partnerships include Visa, Deutsche Bank, Nubank, and other major enterprises.

  • The network emphasizes stablecoin neutrality, compliance, and scalable transaction throughput.

Stripe and Paradigm partnered for a blockchain launch called Tempo, a dedicated layer-1 network designed for stablecoin payments.

This move positions both companies at the center of payment-focused blockchain development with enterprise-grade infrastructure and partnerships.

Tempo blockchain is designed around high-volume payment flows. It runs an EVM-compatible environment that supports 100,000 transactions per second with sub-second finality. A dedicated payments lane ensures routine payments remain efficient without being slowed by complex smart contract activity.

This focus on payments sets Tempo apart from general-purpose blockchains. The inclusion of a built-in automated market maker allows transactions in any stablecoin, with seamless conversion between currencies.

Tempo blockchain targets enterprise use

By addressing global payouts, remittances, microtransactions, and embedded accounts, Tempo blockchain aims to support both financial institutions and e-commerce platforms.

Strong partnerships with global leaders. Design partners for Tempo include Anthropic, Coupang, Deutsche Bank, DoorDash, Lead Bank, Mercury, Nubank, OpenAI, Revolut, Shopify, Standard Chartered, and Visa. These partnerships reflect a mix of financial, retail, AI, and digital banking sectors.

Visa’s chief product and strategy officer, Jack Forestell, emphasized interoperability, stating that the future is multi-chain and stablecoins will operate across networks. This highlights Visa’s role in enabling cross-chain stablecoin transactions.

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Visa supports a multi-chain future with stablecoins

Visa’s involvement underscores the importance of building neutral and interoperable blockchain infrastructure for stablecoin payments at scale.

One of the most distinctive features of the Tempo blockchain is its stablecoin neutrality. Any entity can issue stablecoins on the network and use them for payments or transaction fees. Unlike networks requiring native tokens, Tempo ensures flexibility for enterprises.

Compliance features are built into the architecture. Tempo supports opt-in privacy transactions while still integrating hooks for regulatory requirements like anti-money laundering and know-your-customer checks. This balance allows enterprises to maintain confidentiality without violating regulations.

Stablecoin neutrality improves adoption potential

By avoiding preference for a single stablecoin, Tempo positions itself as a flexible backbone for global payouts and business transactions.

Stripe joins Circle in building payment-focused blockchain infrastructure. Circle’s Arc, announced earlier, is a multi-chain stablecoin platform. Tempo complements these efforts rather than competing directly with existing general-purpose networks like Ethereum or Solana.

From my standpoint, the Tempo launch reflects a growing recognition that payment use cases need specialized blockchain infrastructure. General-purpose networks often prioritize decentralized applications, but global payouts require low fees, fast settlement, and compliance readiness.

Enterprises want predictable costs, regulatory alignment, and interoperability. Tempo blockchain addresses these needs while maintaining EVM compatibility for developer access.

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What is Tempo blockchain and why is it significant?

Tempo blockchain is a layer-1 network developed by Stripe and Paradigm. It focuses on stablecoin payments, global payouts, and enterprise use cases. Unlike general-purpose blockchains, Tempo dedicates infrastructure to payment efficiency, offering predictable low fees and sub-second transaction finality. With over 100,000 transactions per second, it is optimized for high-volume flows such as remittances, e-commerce transactions, and tokenized deposits. The network integrates a built-in automated market maker, enabling seamless conversion across stablecoins. Tempo is significant because it merges blockchain efficiency with compliance and neutrality, addressing key concerns from regulators and businesses while still offering interoperability with the Ethereum ecosystem.

How does Tempo blockchain ensure compliance with regulations?

Tempo includes compliance hooks for anti-money laundering and know-your-customer rules. It supports opt-in privacy, which allows enterprises to safeguard transaction confidentiality while still meeting regulatory standards. The network balances privacy with oversight by enabling regulators and enterprises to align on reporting and identity verification. This design provides confidence for banks and payment providers. Enterprises often hesitate to adopt blockchain without regulatory safeguards, and Tempo directly addresses this issue. By ensuring compliance readiness, Tempo appeals to both traditional financial institutions and digital-native companies aiming to scale payment solutions globally.

What role does Visa play in the Tempo blockchain ecosystem?

Visa is one of the key design partners for Tempo blockchain. The company’s chief product and strategy officer, Jack Forestell, highlighted Visa’s commitment to a multi-chain future. Visa’s role includes enabling interoperability across blockchain networks and stablecoin brands. This involvement enhances Tempo’s appeal to financial institutions seeking seamless cross-border transactions. Visa’s experience in payment processing, combined with blockchain scalability, allows enterprises to connect existing systems with Tempo’s infrastructure. Visa’s endorsement signals mainstream validation of the project and assures users that established players view Tempo as a viable and sustainable payments network.

How does Tempo differ from Circle’s Arc and other payment blockchains?

Tempo is built as a dedicated layer-1 network, while Circle’s Arc is a multi-chain infrastructure. Both aim to improve stablecoin payments, but Tempo emphasizes enterprise use cases with EVM compatibility, dedicated payment lanes, and stablecoin neutrality. Unlike networks that prioritize a native token, Tempo allows any stablecoin to serve as a payment or gas fee option. This neutrality supports flexibility for global businesses. Tempo also focuses on integrating compliance and privacy features directly into its core architecture, something many general-purpose blockchains lack. By differentiating itself with payment-specific optimization and regulatory readiness, Tempo complements rather than competes with Arc or broader networks like Ethereum.

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