Alchemy Pay | March Update 2024

Alchemy Pay
10 min readApr 4, 2024

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New Roadmap! Alchemy Pay 2024

As we embark on a new year filled with promise, which kicked off on a high note by the BTC ETF approval and features upcoming milestones like ETH’s Dencun Upgrade and the quadrennial Bitcoin halving, the stage is set for remarkable achievements, and we’re in for this thrilling year. In 2024, our key priorities revolve around:

  • Advancing our ramp service
  • Enhancing the crypto card
  • Introducing the innovative Web3 bank account
  • Securing essential regulatory licenses

In the exciting journey ahead, Alchemy Pay is ready to make a lasting impact. We’re steadfast in our dedication to growing payment options, investing in compliance for the future, and smoothly bringing millions into the dynamic world of cryptocurrency.

Shop with $ACH Token on Binance Pay

We are thrilled to announce that Alchemy Pay’s token, $ACH, has been integrated into Binance Pay as a payment method. Now users can pay with $ACH across different spending scenarios on any Binance Pay merchant both online and offline. This integration significantly expands the range of use cases for $ACH, allowing users to use their $ACH holding for everyday shopping, cover multiple user needs from food groceries to ride-hailing, fashion and beauty to travel services, digital card top-up to crypto transfers. Learn how to directly top up your card here: https://x.com/AlchemyPay/status/1767839316401897515?s=20

Alchemy Pay Gains Approval with New Hampshire Money Transmitter License in the USA

Alchemy Pay proudly announced another successful Money Transmitter License (MTL) acquisition in the USA, the state of New Hampshire, adding to its existing licenses in Arkansas and Iowa. Alchemy Pay is actively pursuing MTL licenses in additional U.S. jurisdictions as part of its efforts to expand its crypto payment services, showcasing its expertise in crypto payment operations and commitment to broadening its presence across the USA.

Our Unstoppable Journey Since 2021!

Witness the unstoppable journey of Alchemy Pay in our 3-year roundup video! Discover how we’ve reshaped the world of payments with millions of users, groundbreaking partnerships, and a vision for bridging fiat and crypto economies

New Partnerships Update

Big shoutout to our powerful alliances! Alchemy Pay essentially bridges financial institutions & payment channels, and the crypto world with our Ramp, NFT Checkout, and Card products, fueling explosive growth for hundreds of Web3 projects to onboard millions of users.

Roadmap Breakdown Special

Roadmap Breakdown: Regulatory Efforts Worldwide

Following the recent unveiling of our comprehensive 2024 roadmap last week, there has been considerable curiosity among our community members. We’re excited to delve into the intricacies of our roadmap and provide a detailed explanation to address your inquiries and interests.

Roadmap Breakdown: Web3 Digital Bank for Users and Companies

You simply cannot afford to overlook this cutting-edge Web3 Digital Bank. For individual users, this offering facilitates the opening of EUR or USD accounts through the Alchemy Pay platform, along with seamless conversion between these fiat currencies and cryptocurrencies.

Roadmap Breakdown: Greater Compatibility for Crypto Card

With the soaring demand for crypto cards evident in our market research and product data analysis, we’ve witnessed an impressive 500,000 user registrations within just six months. This surge underscores the essential role crypto cards play in meeting users’ needs. Leveraging our proficiency in bridging the fiat and cryptocurrencies, we’re not only facilitating seamless crypto purchase and selling, but also making it effortless for users to spend crypto like fiat for their everyday shopping.

Roadmap Breakdown: Enhanced Ramp Solutions for Wider Global Reach

In Europe, we’re not only introducing new generic payment methods like Rapid Transfer and Trustly, but also maintaining our existing ones like SEPA, Skrill, and Neteller. Plus, we’re adding local favorites like Revolut in the UK, and N26 and GiroPay in Germany, among others. Heading to South America, countries like Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Costa Rica will soon enjoy seamless integration with local bank transfers on our ramp. Over in North America, we’re continuously improving with ACH and Wire Transfer in the United States while introducing new E-wallet options in Panama, and Open Banking in Canada.

On & Off Ramp, Crypto Card, NFT Checkout Integrations

PolyHedra Announce Upcoming Collaboration for Seamless Ramp

Through this collaboration, Alchemy Pay will integrate Polyhedra Network’s ZK infrastructure to improve the interoperability, security, and user experience of its global payment system. Polyhedra Network will also integrate Alchemy Pay’s seamless ramp solution, significantly improving accessibility and user experience for their global audience and $ZK token holders.

ZetaChain Launches Alchemy Pay Ramp on Website for $ZETA Access

We are thrilled to partner with the omnichain ZetaChain for seamless Ramp integration!

Its token $ZETA, is now accessible via #AlchemyPay’s Fiat On-Ramp, and the #ZetaHub allows direct purchases using fiat payments: http://hub.zetachain.com

Alchemy Pay Assists AI Analysis in Debuting their Customised Physical AIA Crypto Card

Alchemy Pay, introduces its Card-as-a-Service (CaaS) for AI Analysis, a dynamic leader in the fusion of AI, blockchain, and FinTech. This service empowers AI Analysis to issue customized branded Mastercard AIA cards effortlessly, eliminating the need for managing card infrastructure intricacies. With these prepaid physical crypto cards, AI Analysis users can seamlessly participate in cryptocurrency transactions and enjoy daily ATM withdrawals of €2,000 and monthly limits of €100,000. This initiative ensures a secure and convenient payment experience, whether online or offline, as users can use their physical crypto cards at any Mastercard accepted location.

Alchemy Pay Extends Support to HabitTrade

The aggregation trading platform, HabitTrade, has gone live with the Alchemy Pay fiat-crypto On and Off-Ramp solution on its platform. The Integration brings easy access via local currencies to crypto natives and crypto newcomers, enabling direct fiat-to-crypto and crypto-to-fiat transactions using preferred local payment methods within the HabitTrade platform. HabitTrade was established to facilitate users in trading a diverse range of assets globally, with the added convenience of cryptocurrency transactions. By aggregating assets from global stock markets and digital currencies, users have the opportunity to construct their own customised investment portfolios, encompassing stocks, cryptocurrencies, ETFs, and beyond, all within one platform.

ZKFair to Launch Fiat On-Ramp for $ZKF

Alchemy Pay, the leading fiat-crypto payment gateway, has formed a significant partnership with ZKFair, the first community ETH L2 based on Polygon CDK and Celestia DA. Now users can purchase its native token, $ZKF, using Alchemy Pay’s ramp service via their local fiat currencies and preferred fiat payment methods. As a collaborative initiative, ZKFair also incorporates the Alchemy Ramp solution, seamlessly integrating it into its website under the “More-Fiat” portal. This integration streamlines the process for users to acquire $ZKF in a straightforward and compliant manner. With options ranging from Visa and Mastercard to popular mobile wallets and domestic bank transfers, this enhancement ensures accessibility to a broader user base.

Kroma Network Integrates Alchemy Pay Ramp

Kroma is a Layer2 solution for Ethereum, combining Optimistic Rollup and zkEVM with permissionless validators for fast, secure, and affordable transactions. This collaboration includes Alchemy Pay’s integration of the Kroma network, offering increased convenience to users. Alchemy Pay now enables users to effortlessly purchase ETH/USDT/USDC on the Kroma network using their preferred fiat payment methods.

Ryder Integrates Alchemy Pay

Alchemy Pay brings Ryder users a seamless crypto finance network that expands to 170 countries, 50 currencies, 300+payment channels to currencies into crypto and back directly in the Ryder app.

Astar Network Collaborates for Seamless Integration of $ASTR

Alchemy Pay, the leading fiat-crypto payment gateway, has forged a significant collaboration with Astar Network, the gateway to Web3 for Japan and beyond, driving global adoption and connecting billions. This collaboration includes Alchemy Pay’s integration of the Astar blockchain and its native token $ASTR into its Ramp platform, expanding accessibility and enhancing user experiences for those seeking to engage with $ASTR through fiat transactions.

Fusionist $ACE Launches

We are excited to announce that the $ACE has integrated Alchemy Pay’s Fiat On-Ramp. The collaboration makes it possible for users worldwide to buy $ACE using their preferred payment methods and fiat currencies. Through a smooth transition from fiat to crypto, Alchemy Pay and Fusionist team up to improve the Web3 gaming experience.

UXLINK Announces Alchemy Pay Partnership

UXLINKl will soon support Alchemy Pay, making crypto purchases with fiat easier paves the way for web 3.0 mass adoption.

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Ethereum’s Dencun Upgrade: Ushering in a new era of Scalability, Lower Fees & Accessibility with Alchemy Pay

Ethereum, the world’s leading smart contract platform, is on the cusp of a major upgrade that promises to revolutionise its scalability and dramatically reduce transaction fees. The Dencun upgrade, set to go live on March 13, 2024, introduces proto-danksharding (EIP-4844), paving the way for a more efficient and cost-effective Ethereum ecosystem especially on L2s.

Exploring the Meme Coin Frenzy & Alchemy Pay’s Role in Adoption

The world of cryptocurrency has witnessed a unique and intriguing trend known as meme coins, which have exploded in popularity following the rise of Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB). In recent weeks, several meme coins have seen astronomical gains, with Pepe Coin (PEPE) surging over 400% in the past week alone, while including Dogwifhat (WIF), a Solana-based token featuring a Shiba Inu wearing a knitted hat, which surged over 17,000% since its launch in December 2023. This article delves into the rise of meme coins across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana ecosystems, and explores how Alchemy Pay facilitates a seamless On/Off-Ramp as an easy gateway.

Offline & Online Events

Binance AMA with Alchemy Pay

Ecosystem Lead Robert McCracken joined Binance to discuss the latest developments and outlook for Alchemy Pay and the payments and crypto sector.

Crypto Payments Day

Ecosystem Lead Robert McCracken took to the stage alongside partners at Trust Wallet and friends at Ramp and Zerion to discuss the latest developments and outlook for the payments sector. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZyfMl5A8MA

ZetaChain X Space

Look out for our Space early in April!

Oak Grove Ventures Event

See Adam Farhat, Director of Partnerships at Alchemy Pay APAC on stage this April 5th! Hear live insights from Adam at OakGroveCrypto2024 on April 5. Join now: https://lu.ma/oakgrove2024

Roadmap Community AMA

Our Community AMA on Mar 28th shared information about various details of our roadmap.

Discord: http://discord.gg/alchemypay

Announcing our Hong Kong Web3 Festival Participation

Save the date! Alchemy Pay is thrilled to announce our participation in Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2024. Join us on April 6–9, 2024, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre as we showcase and discuss our innovative payment solutions. See you there!

$ACH Community News & Contests

Your Expertise is Needed!

We’re on the hunt for Moderators to foster the community’s growth and engagement.

Have a knack for building community? Ready to make a mark on a global stage?This opportunity is tailor-made for you! Submit your application today! Forward your CV to community@alchemypay.org or get in touch through a Discord Ticket.

Easter Egg Hunt!

Dive into an adventure with Alchemy Pay, our co-host Fusionist.io, as well as our esteemed partners Polyhedra ZK, Casper Network, and Kroma. Total $5,500 worth of tokens are waiting to be discovered! Mar 29 — Apr 12 | 55 lucky winners. To Participate just complete tasks on https://taskon.xyz/campaign/detail/435490448

Roadmap Quiz

Ready to set sail into 2024 with Alchemy Pay? Dive into our Roadmap Quiz for a chance to be among the 10 lucky explorers who’ll share a 5,000 $ACH treasure! Join the challenge here by @taskonxyz:https://taskon.xyz/campaign/detail/39767

Neon Blast 2

Embark on a thrilling gaming experience with the game and aim for the top to win fantastic prizes! Join next time! https://t.me/alchemy_official

Telegram Crypto Quiz

Ready for a crypto challenge? Join the Alchemy Pay Telegram quiz next time on : https://t.me/alchemy_official

Learn More

Try Alchemy Pay On & Off Ramp

Try our On & Off Ramp to buy and sell crypto and local fiat currencies today

https://ramp.alchemypay.org/

Enquiries for Plugin & API Integration

Developers of Web3 platforms, and dApps with interest in integrating Alchemy Pay’s ramp solution can contact via email ramp@alchemypay.org or the website https://alchemypay.org/contact

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Alchemy Pay (ACH) bridges fiat and crypto global economies through a real-world payment system and mainstream-friendly access to web3 services.