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Lavu and Verifone have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing payment solutions in the restaurant industry. This collaboration will integrate Lavu's restaurant software with Verifone's FLEX payment solutions, providing access to advanced payment methods, including cryptocurrencies and digital wallets. This initiative will allow restaurant operators to cater to evolving consumer preferences for contactless payments. Both companies aim to improve service quality while expanding market reach, which could be beneficial for stakeholders.

PayNearMe has received approval from the Arkansas Racing Commission to provide its MoneyLine™ platform for iGaming and online sports betting in Arkansas. This platform will enable Saracen Casino Resort’s BetSaracen app to facilitate quick deposits via popular payment methods like PayPal and Venmo, and cash at 245 retail locations in the state. With extensive experience in the gaming industry, PayNearMe supports 19 U.S. states and offers a complete payment solution aimed at enhancing the user experience while managing costs for operators.

PayPal has priced its offering of $3.0 billion in senior notes, to close on May 23, 2022. The offering includes:

• $500 million 3.900% notes due 2027
• $1 billion 4.400% notes due 2032
• $1 billion 5.050% notes due 2052
• $500 million 5.250% notes due 2062

PayPal Holdings (NASDAQ: PYPL) has initiated a tender offer to purchase any and all of its outstanding notes, specifically the 2.200% Senior Notes due September 2022 and the 1.350% Senior Notes due June 2023. The offer commenced on May 16, 2022, with a deadline set for May 20, 2022. The purpose of this offer is to acquire the notes in conjunction with a new senior unsecured notes offering. The settlement date for accepted notes is expected on May 23, 2022. This financial maneuver aims to optimize PayPal's capital structure.

Infinity Ventures, co-founded by former PayPal executives Jeremy Jonker, Jay Ganatra, and Mario Ruiz, has launched its inaugural $158 million fund aimed at supporting fintech infrastructure and commerce enablement. Since its first close in June 2021, the firm has invested in 11 companies addressing financial infrastructure challenges. The fund aims to invest in approximately 25 global startups, focusing on enhancing scalability and security in fintech solutions. With a booming $27 trillion financial services market, Infinity Ventures seeks to capitalize on the rapid growth of fintech startups.

According to a new study by Juniper Research, global spending on QR code payments is projected to exceed $3 trillion by 2025, up from $2.4 trillion in 2022, representing a 25% growth. Key drivers include enhanced financial inclusion in developing regions and alternatives to traditional payment methods. The report ranks Alipay as the leader in QR payments, followed by PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL). The increasing adoption of national QR code schemes, particularly in India, is expected to significantly boost transaction values.

Justin Sun, the Ambassador of Grenada and TRON founder, advocates for blockchain and cryptocurrency in the documentary 'Aligning The Future.' He emphasizes the importance of eliminating financial infrastructure barriers, drawing parallels with El Salvador's adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender. Sun believes Caribbean nations can benefit similarly, promoting digital economies. He highlights TRON's efficiency, processing $12 billion in daily transactions at a cost of under $1 million, outperforming PayPal and traditional banks. His aim is to champion Financial inclusion through blockchain technologies.

Anne Geddes is launching her first NFT collection, the Mother’s Day 2022 NFT Collection, on May 6, 2022, featuring nine digital artworks. The collection will be available on the WAX marketplace and can be purchased through various payment methods including PayPal (PYPL), Bitcoin, and Ethereum. A pre-sale commences on May 5, 2022. Additionally, a private photo shoot auction will support mothers and children in Ukraine, with proceeds going to The American Red Cross.