Standard Chartered to Support DeCard Stablecoin Payments in Singapore
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The bank’s collaboration with DCS aims to enable stablecoin spending through DeCard, blending digital assets with traditional finance.
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The bank’s collaboration with DCS aims to enable stablecoin spending through DeCard, blending digital assets with traditional finance.
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