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Crypto Payment Infrastructure Funding in Q1 Surpasses $1 Billion for the First Time

Crypto Payment Infrastructure Funding in Q1 Surpasses $1 Billion for the First Time

2026-03-08 08:58

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ChainThink report, March 8: According to data from @obchakevich_, funding in the crypto payment infrastructure sector continues to grow: $223 million raised in Q1 2024, increasing to $738 million in Q1 2025—a year-over-year increase of approximately 231%; by Q1 2026, funding has reached approximately $1.05 billion, up around 43% year-over-year, marking the first time it has surpassed the $1 billion threshold.

Crypto Payment Infrastructure Funding in Q1 Surpasses $1 Billion for the First Time
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