The company set sights on wider African expansion while accelerating its mission to provide financial access across Africa
By Owen Odia, General Manager of Africa at Blockchain.com&nbsp;
Blockchain is expanding its footprint across Africa following a year of record growth in Nigeria.Today, we are announcing the launch of operations in Ghana, marking the next step in our long term commitment to expanding secure access to digital assets across the region.
The decision to enter Ghana comes after an extraordinary year in Nigeria. Since launching retail operations there last year, Nigeria has quickly become one of Blockchain&rsquo;s fastest-growing global markets. Brokerage transaction volumes have increased by more than 700% since launch, driven largely by demand for stablecoins and major digital assets, including&nbsp; USDT, BTC and TRX.
The growth reflects a broader trend across the continent. According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.chainalysis.com/blog/2023-global-crypto-adoption-index/" style="text-decoration: none;">Chainalysis&rsquo; Global Crypto Adoption Index</a>, Nigeria consistently ranks among the top crypto adopting countries in the world and leads Sub-Saharan Africa in grassroots adoption. The country has seen billions of dollars in annual crypto transaction volume, driven in part by currency volatility, remittance demand, and a rapidly growing mobile first population.
Across many African economies, digital assets are increasingly serving practical financial needs. From cross border payments to savings in more stable assets, crypto is providing individuals and businesses with new tools to manage economic uncertainty and participate in the global digital economy.&nbsp;
Ghana is already showing momentum. Even prior to our official launch, we saw significant organic adoption traction in the country. Over the past year, Blockchain.com recorded 140% increase in active users in Ghana and an 80% increase&nbsp; in transaction volumes. These trends highlight strong demand for secure and compliant platforms that provide access to digital assets.Our expansion into Ghana reflects our belief that Africa will play a critical role in the future of digital finance. Across the continent, we are seeing growing interest from individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses looking for reliable financial infrastructure that connects them to global markets.

The company set Sights On Wider African Expansion while accelerating its mission to provide financial access across Africa. By Owen Odia, Ge

Blockchain Expands to Ghana Following 700% Growth in Nigeria

The company set Sights On Wider African Expansion while accelerating its mission to provide financial access across Africa. By Owen Odia, General Manager of Africa at Blockchain.com Blockchain is officially doubling down on its African expansion. Following a year of record-breaking growth in Nigeria, the company is launching operations in ...

Blockchain Expands to Ghana Following 700% Increase in Transaction Volumes in Nigeria

<h3>We&rsquo;ve got a brand new look</h3>
If you&rsquo;re keen-eyed you may&rsquo;ve already noticed this, but we&rsquo;ve spruced up Blockchain&rsquo;s look.
We&rsquo;ve taken a stroll around the color wheel, shifting our primary palette from blue to red. We&rsquo;ve also got new icons and illustrations. Look out for them over the next few weeks and months.
Brand updates can feel a little disorientating to users at first &ndash; something scammers sometimes try to take advantage of &ndash; and that's why we've put together this overview of key changes, so you know what&rsquo;s what.
<a href="https://www.blockchain.com/blog/posts/blockchains-got-a-brand-new-look" rel="follow">Read more</a>
<hr>
<h3>ONDO launches in the European Union</h3>
ONDO is now available to users in the EU.
Ondo Finance&nbsp;is pioneering the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) &mdash; bridging traditional finance and crypto. Through&nbsp;Ondo Global Markets, non-U.S. investors can access tokenized versions of publicly traded stocks and ETFs, such as Apple (AAPLon), Tesla (TSLAon), Nvidia (NVDAon), and the S&amp;P 500 (SPYon).
Eligible users can access ONDO directly in their Trading Account, expanding regional availability and access to the asset.
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<hr>
<h3>New token listings: WLFI, GHO, USD1 &amp; SPACECOIN</h3>
A new set of assets is now available in your Trading Account.
<ul>
<li>WLFI &ndash; A governance-focused token supporting ecosystem participation.</li>
<li>GHO &ndash; A decentralized, overcollateralized stablecoin native to the Aave protocol.</li>
<li>USD1 &ndash; A USD-pegged stablecoin designed for onchain payments and transfers.</li>
<li>SPACECOIN &ndash; A utility-focused digital asset supporting its native ecosystem.</li>
</ul>
All tokens are available for trading in supported regions.
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February updates include WLFI, GHO, USD1 and SPACECOIN listings, ONDO’s EU launch, and Blockchain’s got a brand new look

Blockchain: Product Highlights February 2026

February brings new token listings, expanded regional access and a brand update. WLFI, GHO, USD1 and SPACECOIN are now live, ONDO has launched in the EU, and Blockchain’s got a brand new look

Product Highlights: February 2026

This week, Blockchain rolled out our first ad campaign, taking our brand from mobile screens to the streets of West Hollywood and Dallas. Over the next eight weeks, we are taking over some of the largest billboards on Sunset and Santa Monica Boulevards and Dallas&rsquo; Victory Park, spanning across more than 70 brand placements around both cities&nbsp;
For me, this campaign is personal. We recently debuted our new red color palette, a far departure from our legacy blue color. The blue era of crypto was about fitting in and seeking validation. Our red era is the beginning of the new golden age of finance, where our message is succinct but clear: everyone can own a piece of the future.
A phrase that says it all: Invest like your icons
Our company was founded on the mission that access to financial tools and freedom is universal. Each of our billboards features a unique message designed to spark conversations and create something memorable. Simple and direct.&nbsp;
In West Hollywood, we wanted our messaging to reflect our next chapter, so we took one of the most &ldquo;Hollywood&rdquo;&nbsp; phrases and gave it a new meaning.
One of our billboards carries the single line: &ldquo;You&rsquo;ll never work in this town again.&rdquo; This phrase has always been linked to rejection and others deciding your fate. Hollywood has always been a town where success was dependent on access and who you knew. In crypto the exact opposite is true. Opportunity and access is open to everyone and there is no dependence on a financial system that doesn&rsquo;t work for everyone.
In Dallas, we wrote a love note to the city by highlighting all of the things we love most about our US home and a tribute to the community where we are continuing to build, invest and grow.&nbsp;
Ultimately, both cities reflect the same theme and define who we are as a company, and the core belief that the tools that were once reserved for icons now belong to everyone.
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Blockchain rolled out our first ad campaign, taking our brand from mobile screens to the streets of West Hollywood and Dallas.

70 billboards. A new, bold color. A reclaimed Hollywood phrase for crypto's next chapter.

Blockchain launches first billboard ads spanning across West Hollywood & Dallas

We&rsquo;re excited to announce that HYPE is now live in your Blockchain Trading Account. Trade and explore this ecosystem token directly in-app.
<h2>HYPE ⚡</h2>
Token of Hyperliquid
HYPE is the native token of Hyperliquid, a high-performance Layer-1 blockchain built for fully on-chain trading and decentralized infrastructure.
Designed to support governance, staking, and ecosystem incentives, HYPE plays a central role in the network&rsquo;s coordination and long-term sustainability. The protocol focuses on delivering transparent, on-chain order book infrastructure combined with a validator-based consensus model.
HYPE enables participation within the Hyperliquid ecosystem while supporting its decentralized growth.
<h3>Why it matters</h3>
The launch of HYPE on Blockchain gives users access to one of the tokens powering a purpose-built Layer-1 blockchain for on-chain financial markets.
HYPE connects governance participation, validator incentives, and ecosystem expansion. As Hyperliquid continues to develop its infrastructure, HYPE remains central to its coordination and network participation model.
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Discover HYPE, now live on Blockchain. Trade and explore the token powering the Hyperliquid ecosystem.

HYPE now live on Blockchain

HYPE is now available on Blockchain. Trade in your Trading Account and explore the ecosystem behind Hyperliquid.

HYPE: Now available in your Blockchain Trading Account

At Blockchain, user experience goes beyond the product itself. It carries through to every interaction, especially customer support. We recognize that in the fast-paced world of digital finance, trust and responsiveness are essential to best serve the Blockchain community.&nbsp;
AI at Blockchain is built with the same principles that define our platform: privacy as principle, security by design, and regulatory compliance across 70+ jurisdictions. Our investment in AI strengthens support while maintaining the safeguards our more than 90M wallet holders and 40M verified users expect.
Integrating AI for Smarter Support
We are proud to announce our new enhanced customer support experience, up-levelled through AI integration. These updates are designed to improve speed, accuracy, and overall efficiency.
By introducing AI-powered tools, our support teams are now equipped with advanced capabilities that enable faster issue resolution and more precise responses. The integration of AI into the Blockchain helpdesk enables real-time analysis of inquiries, provides relevant solutions, and reduces response times.&nbsp;
By combining AI and customer service agents, we&rsquo;re able to deliver fast, efficient assistance and empower customers to resolve issues more quickly while maintaining the personalized service they deserve.
Early internal testing demonstrates meaningful reductions in response times and measurable improvements in first-contact resolution, enabling our teams to focus more effectively on complex and high-value cases.
Our AI systems are designed to treat privacy as a principle, not a feature. This ensures user data is handled responsibly, transparently and in alignment with our global compliance standards.
Scaling with Our Community
Technology continues to evolve, and we are investing in solutions and tools that anticipate potential issues, removing the need to contact the service team over time. With growing user adoption, our AI-driven solutions reflect a forward-thinking approach to customer care by prioritizing scalability without sacrificing quality.
Faster responses, enhanced accuracy, and a more seamless experience are just the beginning. We will continue refining our systems to ensure our support experience evolves alongside the needs of our global community.
Because for Blockchain, as in customer experience, speed and precision matter.

At Blockchain, user experience goes beyond the product itself. It carries through to every interaction, especially customer support.

Elevating Support Experience with AI

Elevating support experience with AI

If you&rsquo;ve visited our website lately, you might have noticed things look a little bolder and sharper. We&rsquo;ve officially given the Blockchain brand a fresh, new look.
We&rsquo;re shaking things up with a brand refresh and in an industry where security is everything, sudden changes can take a second to get used to. That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re breaking down exactly what&rsquo;s changed, why we did it, and what is staying exactly the same.
Painting the crypto town red:&nbsp;
You probably remember it all too well that we've always been a blue brand. We love blue. It's reliable, and it&rsquo;s everywhere. But that&rsquo;s the problem. In the evolving world of decentralized finance, blue has started to feel a bit corporate and crowded. We&rsquo;ve shifted our primary palette to red to emphasize our commitment to reshape the world of finance and our next chapter of growth scale. Plus, you can easily pick us out of the line-up.&nbsp;
Dropping the dot com:
Way back when, our logo was Blockchain, not Blockchain.com. And so we are returning to this simplified usage where it makes sense to do so. Already on Blockchain.com? You don&rsquo;t need to see the .com again. Already using our app? Ditto. Billboard? Then maybe it&rsquo;s .com. Bottom line: If you&rsquo;re already in the app or on the site, you won't see the .com everywhere.&nbsp;
What&rsquo;s not changing:
While the brand looks different, our platform is exactly the same. Here&rsquo;s what&rsquo;s not changing:
<ul>
<li>
Your account
</li>
<li>
Your login details
</li>
<li>
How you access your funds
</li>
<li>
Our commitment to security and self-custody
</li>
<li>
The products and services you rely on across our app, website and social channels
</li>
</ul>
We&rsquo;ve grown exponentially since the early days of Blockchain.com. This refresh is a reflection of our evolution and where we&rsquo;re headed next. We&rsquo;re glad to have you with us for this next chapter.

If you’re keen eyed you may’ve already noticed this, but we’ve just spruced up Blockchain’s look.

Blockchain’s got a brand new look.

New look, same mission

The Lunar New Year marks the beginning of a new cycle in the Chinese calendar. Each year is associated with an animal and an element, offering a symbolic lens through which people reflect on priorities, habits, and momentum for the year ahead.
2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse, a combination traditionally linked to movement, independence, and sustained energy. While these ideas come from cultural symbolism rather than financial frameworks, they can offer a useful way to think about engagement, structure, and decision-making in fast-moving environments like crypto.
<h2>What does the Fire Horse represent?</h2>
The Horse is the seventh animal of the Chinese zodiac and is commonly associated with motion and autonomy. It represents a mindset that favors progress and adaptability over standing still.
When paired with the Fire element (Yang), these characteristics become more pronounced. The Fire Horse is often associated with:
<ul>
<li>Freedom and independence: A strong inclination toward self-direction and autonomy. The Horse is not known for staying confined, but for choosing its own path and pace.</li>
<li>Energy and momentum: Fire amplifies movement. This combination is often linked to periods of increased activity, exploration, and responsiveness to change.</li>
<li>Action with structure: While Fire brings intensity, it also highlights the importance of channeling energy intentionally. Movement without direction can lead to inefficiency, while structured action supports longer-term progress.</li>
</ul>
Together, these traits describe a year focused on staying engaged, adaptable, and intentional.
<h2>Applying the Fire Horse mindset to crypto</h2>
Crypto markets are defined by constant movement. Periods of volatility can test patience, while quieter phases can feel uncertain. The Fire Horse mindset offers a way to think about participation that balances activity with structure.
Rather than reacting to every short-term price movement, this approach emphasizes staying involved, exploring options, and using tools that support thoughtful decision-making over time.
Here&rsquo;s how that mindset connects to Blockchain products.
<h3>1. Freedom and independence through self-custody</h3>
Independence is a core theme of the Fire Horse. In crypto, this often starts with how assets are held and managed.
With the Blockchain DeFi Wallet, users interact with a non-custodial wallet, meaning they retain full control over their private keys and assets. There is no intermediary making decisions on the user&rsquo;s behalf.
This model reflects the Fire Horse&rsquo;s emphasis on autonomy, giving users the freedom to manage their assets directly and engage with onchain markets on their own terms.
Want to learn more?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.blockchain.com/learning-portal/courses/introduction-to-defi">Explore our guide on DeFi Wallet</a>
<h3>2. Staying engaged through diversification</h3>
Energy and momentum can also be expressed through exploration.
Within the Blockchain Trading Account, users can access over 100 assets, enabling exposure to different assets across the crypto ecosystem.
In the DeFi Wallet, users can explore more than 200 tokenized stocks and ETFs, including well-known companies such as Apple, Amazon, Tesla, and Nvidia, as well as broad market ETFs and Gold and Silver ETFs.
Diversification does not eliminate risk, but it can help users stay engaged across different asset types rather than relying on a single market or theme.
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*Tokenized Stocks are available for users outside of the U.S. and UK.
<h3>3. Structure and consistency without constant monitoring</h3>
Action does not always mean constant activity. In fast-moving markets, structure can be just as important as speed.
Limit Orders in the Blockchain Trading Account allow users to define the price at which they want to buy or sell an asset. Orders only execute if the market reaches that level, reducing the need to monitor price movements continuously.
This reflects the Fire Horse&rsquo;s emphasis on directed movement, staying active while maintaining clear boundaries and intent.
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<h2>Moving forward with intention</h2>
The Year of the Fire Horse highlights momentum, independence, and purposeful action. In crypto, this can translate into using tools that support flexibility, structure, and informed participation.
Whether through self-custody, diversification, or structured trading, Blockchain offers multiple ways for users to engage with the market according to their own pace and preferences.
As the new lunar year begins, the focus is not on predicting outcomes, but on choosing how to stay involved with clarity and intention.

Discover the symbolism of the Fire Horse in 2026 and how it relates to crypto participation on Blockchain.

Year of the Fire Horse 2026: Crypto Insights

The Lunar New Year 2026 introduces the Year of the Fire Horse. While rooted in cultural symbolism, its themes of momentum and autonomy offer a useful lens for thinking about crypto engagement, structure, and decision-making with Blockchain

Lunar New Year 2026: The Year of the Fire Horse

In a world of fleeting texts, disappearing social stories, and paper receipts that fade or are lost, <a href="http://blockchain.com" style="text-decoration: none;">Blockchain.com</a> and BitPay are helping users make a moment or a token of love become a permanent memory. This Valentine&rsquo;s Day, the companies are starting a new tradition by introducing the concept of &ldquo;Proof of Love.&rdquo; By utilizing the permanent nature of the blockchain, couples can now cement their relationships with digital keepsakes that can be verified for decades to come.
When you purchase a gift through a BitPay-enabled merchant using your Blockchain.com or BitPay wallet, the transaction is broadcast to the network. ​​In today&rsquo;s world, social posts can show your relationship to everyone, but they can be deleted, archived, or forgotten. A blockchain-verified purchase, however, becomes a permanent, public record of the effort behind the gesture. Whether it's Valentine&rsquo;s Day, a special anniversary or an engagement, a thoughtfully purchased gift with a forever timestamp serves as tangible proof that you chose to act on your love. That&rsquo;s why Blockchain.com and BitPay help users navigate the technical side so they can easily find these purchases made on-chain.

The New Hardlaunch: Why Intentional Actions Speak Louder Than Words

To better understand how young adults define &ldquo;proof of love,&rdquo; we took the conversation to Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. Interviewing students at SMU, we asked a simple question: How do you prove your love to someone? Whether they were in long-term relationships, casual situationships, or single, the responses were strikingly consistent. Many students said receiving flowers, jewelry, or chocolate for Valentine&rsquo;s Day still holds strong emotional value. But beyond the gift itself, almost all participants agreed that &ldquo;actions speak louder than words.&rdquo;
For many, gift-giving is less about materialism and more about intention. Students shared that their love language centers around acts of service, whether this is choosing a thoughtful gift, putting in effort to do something special for their significant other, or showing care through meaningful gestures. In a digital-first world where messages disappear and posts fade, students express that tangible actions still matter deeply.
That sentiment reflects exactly what &ldquo;Proof of Love&rdquo; represents. If actions speak louder than words, then a thoughtfully purchased gift, permanently recorded on the blockchain, becomes more than a transaction. It becomes a verified, lasting reminder of a moment that mattered.
Crypto is entering an era where people use it for everyday needs and in some cases, move it from the digital wallet to the jewelry box.&nbsp;

Love was a high-stakes affair this February as crypto-philanthropists swapped traditional tokens of affection for big-ticket blockchain purchases. BitPay data from the first two weeks of February 2025 reveals a surge in luxury gifting, with jewelry and apparel emerging as the top-tier categories.&nbsp;

Jewelry, in particular, saw an average order value of $21,315. While Litecoin and Bitcoin remained the workhorses for daily transaction counts, Bitcoin and USDC dominated the total volume, signaling that when it comes to five-figure romantic gestures, consumers are increasingly trusting digital assets.

Paying with crypto at checkout is now as seamless as using a credit card. Blockchain.com and BitPay wallet holders can participate in three simple steps:
<ol style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;">
<li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">
Shop: Visit any BitPay-supported <a href="https://www.bitpay.com/directory" style="text-decoration: none;">merchant</a>.&nbsp;
</li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">
Select BitPay: At checkout, choose BitPay as your payment method.
</li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">
Scan &amp; Secure: Open the Blockchain.com App, tap 'Send', and scan the QR code. The transaction is instantly etched onto the blockchain.
</li>
</ol>

Proof of Love: Blockchain.com and BitPay let couples turn Valentine’s gifts into permanent, blockchain‑verified keepsakes—creating a timeless, tamper‑proof record of love for any special moment.

Blockchain.com and BitPay Start New Valentine’s Day Tradition With “Proof of Love”

Together, turning gift receipts into permanent on-chain digital keepsakes

Blockchain.com and BitPay start new Valentine’s Day tradition with “Proof of Love”

WLFI, GHO &amp; USD1 are available to buy, sell, and trade on Blockchain.com.
<h3>WLFI 🏛️</h3>
Ecosystem-Driven Participation
WLFI is a digital asset associated with the World Liberty Financial ecosystem. Its identity and usage are shaped by participation within its broader financial and governance-focused environment.
Why it matters:
Ecosystem tokens like WLFI play a role in enabling participation and interaction within decentralized financial platforms and emerging on-chain ecosystems.
<hr>
<h3>GHO ⚖️</h3>
Decentralized and Stability-Focused
GHO is a decentralized stablecoin designed to maintain a stable value through overcollateralized mechanisms and on-chain governance.
Why it matters:
Decentralized stablecoins like GHO aim to provide stability while remaining transparent and governed directly on-chain.
<hr>
<h3>USD1 💵</h3>
Digital Dollar Stability
USD1 is a digital asset designed to represent a stable value relative to the US dollar, supporting on-chain transactions with reduced volatility.
Why it matters:
Stable digital assets like USD1 are commonly used for trading, transfers, and participation in blockchain-based financial applications.
<hr>
Explore all these tokens in your <a href="http://Blockchain.com">Blockchain.com</a> App 👉 <a href="https://bcdc.onelink.me/Q9T6/82ou5fmw" rel="follow">Start now</a>

Discover WLFI, GHO, and USD1 - three new tokens now listed on Blockchain.com. Trade, swap, and explore emerging and stable digital assets today.

WLFI, GHO & USD1 now live on Blockchain.com

WLFI, GHO, and USD1 are on Blockchain.com. Explore a mix of ecosystem-driven and stable digital assets available directly in your Trading Account.

WLFI, GHO & USD1: Now available in your Blockchain.com Trading Account

By Peter Smith
It&rsquo;s been quite a journey since we started Blockchain.com in a small office in York. Back then, the idea of a global financial system built on code was a fringe concept. Today, that vision is a reality, and I&rsquo;m incredibly proud to share that we&rsquo;ve reached a major milestone in the place where it all began. Blockchain.com is now officially registered with the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ve spent over a decade at the heart of the British tech ecosystem. From our early days in York to our global headquarters in London. We&rsquo;ve grown alongside the UK&rsquo;s evolving crypto landscape as both a service provider and an active investor in British innovation.
This registration cements our presence here and sets the stage for a massive new chapter for both our retail users and our institutional partners. This approval also comes shortly after securing our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.blockchain.com/blog/posts/blockchaincom-secures-mica-license-fiorentina-damore-joins-the-company-to-lead-eu-expansion" style="text-decoration: none;">MiCA</a> (Markets in Crypto-Assets) license last year, which now gives us regulatory approvals across Europe and the UK.&nbsp;
By operating as a registered crypto asset business under the FCA, we are doubling down on our commitment to security and transparency.&nbsp; This solidifies the company&rsquo;s UK operations in preparation for the next generation of financial innovation, including:
<ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;">
<li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">
Offering digital asset custody and wallet services to UK customers
</li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">
Supporting enterprise-grade compliance and treasury tools for institutions
</li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">
Expanding access to brokerage services in alignment with FCA standards
</li>
<li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #000000;">
Strengthening partnership potential with regulated financial entities in the UK
</li>
</ul>

Securing this registration today puts us under active oversight immediately. Instead of waiting for legislation, Blockchain.com is now operating under the same rigorous standards as traditional finance and banks in the UK. With our FCA registration live, we are well-positioned to scale responsibly, offering crypto services with the same institutional-grade compliance standards that define our brand.&nbsp;
From day one, we knew crypto was going to rewrite the rules of finance, and London has always been the heart of that story for us. It's been an incredible journey watching this team evolve from our early days in York with a small number of employees to where we are today. And, our future as a company as we continue to grow.

Peter Smith celebrates Blockchain.com’s FCA registration, marking a decade‑long evolution from a York startup to a regulated UK crypto leader offering custody, brokerage and enterprise services.

Blockchain.com Secures UK FCA Registration

Founded in York and built in London, we are doubling down on our long-term commitment to the UK and across the EU.

Blockchain.com secures UK FCA Registration

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<h1>What is x402?</h1>
x402 is a payment protocol that enables payments over HTTP; it was <a href="https://www.coinbase.com/en-gb/developer-platform/discover/launches/x402" rel="follow">introduced in May 2025</a>, with an updated version 2 of the spec <a href="https://www.x402.org/writing/x402-v2-launch">released in December 2025</a>.
When a client makes an HTTP request, the server may respond with <code>HTTP 402 (Payment Required)</code>, and a&nbsp;<code>PAYMENT-REQUIRED</code> header. The header encodes a payload like this: 
<pre class="language-undefined"><code>{
 "x402Version": 2,
 "error": "Purchase 12 credits for $0.04",
 "resource": {
 "url": "https://askjune.ai/app/chat",
 "description": "Purchase usage credits on June AI",
 "mimeType": "application/json"
 },
 "accepts": [
 {
 "scheme": "exact",
 "network": "eip155:8453",
 "amount": "40000",
 "asset": "0x833589fCD6eDb6E08f4c7C32D4f71b54bdA02913",
 "payTo": "0xd8dA6BF26964aF9D7eEd9e03E53415D37aA96045",
 "maxTimeoutSeconds": 60,
 "extra": {
 "name": "USD Coin",
 "version": "2"
 }
 }
 ]
}</code></pre>

This lets the server tell the client what the request costs and which payment methods it accepts. In the example above, the server will only accept a payment of 0.04 USDC on Base.
The client can then retry the request, but with a <code>PAYMENT-SIGNATURE</code> header attached, which encodes a payment payload that matches the server's requirements, and must be signed.
The server verifies that the payment payload matches its requirements, then uses an <a href="https://x402.gitbook.io/x402/core-concepts/facilitator" rel="follow">x402 facilitator</a> to validate and settle the transaction. If the payment succeeds, the server fulfills the client's request.
While the protocol is complex under the hood, we have implemented it to feel completely invisible to the user.
<h1>How June uses x402</h1>
When you run out of credits on June, you have a few options:
<ol>
<li>Upgrade to a higher tier: Our Pro and Max plans have higher credit limits that refresh every day, and they provide the best value for using our platform.</li>
<li>Pay for this request: Make a small one-off payment to buy enough credits to complete this request; this is great for when you need "just one more prompt" to finish the task you were working on.</li>
<li>Buy a credit pack: If you need more credits but you don't want to upgrade your plan (or you're already on the highest tier), you can buy a bundle of credits in one purchase. Unlike the credits that are free as part of your June plan, and refresh every 5 hours, these credits never expire. We also offer discounted pricing on larger bundles, so the more credits you buy, the better the value.</li>
</ol>
If you choose (2) or (3) to buy more credits, you can pay with x402. Either tap the "Pay $x for this request" button, or navigate to the credit top-up page.
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Once you've made your selection, your browser wallet will pop up, asking you to sign a transaction.
<img alt="Screenshot 2026-02-04 at 16.56.48.webp" src="https://cdn.buttercms.com/kJJLIWqsRhCVYo3bBLbn">
After you sign, the browser will encode the signed transaction into the x402 <code>PAYMENT-SIGNATURE</code> header as described above, and send the request to June. Your credits will be topped up, and you'll be able to continue using the platform.
We're launching with support for USDC on Base, but will expand support to other blockchains soon.
<h1>Why x402?</h1>
x402 keeps the entire payment flow simple, both for our developers, and for the user.
For users, it's a fast, in-context checkout: pay with the wallet you already use, without leaving the page, with a single click to sign.
For our team, we can add our x402 payment handling to any API endpoint, allowing us to charge per request where we know exactly how much that request will cost. All of the crypto-specific verification/validation, transaction broadcasting, and waiting for requests to finalise, we can delegate to the x402 facilitator, which allows us to stay focused on improving June.

These new options will allow our users to get more out of June, and we think this payment experience is better than ever. We're excited for you to try it out, and let us know what you think!

Finally, this lays the groundwork for a simple, crypto-native, payments API; easy for humans to use today, and a great fit for AI agents when we open up our APIs in the near future.

June now supports x402 payments. If you reach your usage limit, you can either make a one-off payment to top up just enough credits for a single request, or buy a credit pack. Both options are powered by x402.

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