

LAS VEGAS, April 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. (OTCID: IPSI) (“IPSI” or the “Company”), a provider of merchant processing, digital payment solutions, and financial technology services, today announced the completed formation of FINAP USA, Inc., a mutually owned company established by IPSI and FINAP Worldwide to commercialize advanced banking, payments, and fully integrated finance platforms throughout North America.

LAS VEGAS, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. (OTC: IPSI) (“IPSI” or the “Company”) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Astria Insurance Solutions Inc. (“AIS”), has reached a key milestone with the generation of its first revenue under its previously announced Marketing & Services Agreement (“MSA”).

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. (OTC: IPSI) (“IPSI” or the “Company”) today announced the formation of its new wholly owned subsidiary, Astria Insurance Solutions Inc. (“AIS”), as part of IPSI's strategic entry into the insurance marketing, licensing, and premium-finance sector. AIS has been established to acquire a modern insurance marketing platform currently under active negotiation.

Singapore, Aug. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The highly influential Web3 event, WebX 2025, recently concluded in Tokyo, drawing global industry leaders, developers, investors, and Web3 enthusiasts to explore the future of blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and Web3 technologies. As a pivotal platform for exchange and collaboration in the Web3 space, this year's conference captivated the industry with its cutting-edge topics and innovative showcases. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba attended and delivered the opening address, praising WebX 2025 for its critical role in fostering Web3 innovation and global collaboration, expressing high expectations for sparking new projects and advancing Web3 technology. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba speaks at WebX 2025 in Tokyo, Japan. (Source: kantei.go.jp) As the title sponsor of WebX 2025, UPCX, with its high-performance open-source blockchain payment platform, emerged as a highlight of the event, showcasing its innovative strength in the PayFi sector. UPCX CEO Makoto Nakano stated in a keynote speech: “WebX 2025 is a bridge connecting the global Web3 ecosystem. We are honored to support industry collaboration as the title sponsor. UPCX is committed to delivering secure, convenient, and efficient payment experiences through blockchain technology, driving Web3 toward mainstream adoption.” UPCX Booth Steals the Spotlight The UPCX booth was a major attraction, drawing crowds eager to explore its offerings. UPCX demonstrated a range of blockchain payment solutions, including instant, scheduled, recurring, and multi-signature payments, catering to scenarios from daily transactions to cross-border trade. Attendees engaged in hands-on experiences, gaining insight into how UPCX leverages innovation to deliver efficient and secure payments, earning enthusiastic feedback. Built on optimized Graphene blockchain technology, UPCX employs Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS) and Byzantine Fault Tolerance (BFT) consensus mechanisms, achieving an impressive throughput of over 100,000 transactions per second (TPS), rivaling traditional payment networks. Its core innovations include:

CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA, Calif., July 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. (OTCQB: IPSI), a digital payments innovator dedicated to empowering underserved communities, is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with (OTC: BULT), a trailblazer in Bitcoin ATM technology.

CARMEL BY THE SEA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / June 3, 2025 / Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. (OTCQB:IPSI) is a U.S.-based fintech company focused on delivering modern, secure, and accessible digital payment and financial solutions to underserved consumers, particularly across the U.S.-Mexico corridor. Our ecosystem integrates AI-powered tools, blockchain infrastructure, and cross-border remittance capabilities to enable financial inclusion at scale.

CARMEL BY THE SEA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / May 21, 2025 / Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. (OTCQB:IPSI) ("IPSI" or the "Company"), a leading provider of digital payment solutions, today announced several major corporate developments aimed at strengthening its financial position and renewing focus on its foundational mission. The Company has successfully settled a significant legal dispute, reducing its overall liability exposure and eliminating a potential overhang for its shareholders.

Dublin, Nov. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Africa & Middle East Cashback Programs Market Opportunities Databook - 50+ KPIs on Cashback Market Size, By Business Model, By Channel, By Cashback Program Type, By End Use Sector - Q3 2024 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The cashback spending through cashback programs is expected to experience significant growth, with spending projected to surge by 13.4% annually. The medium to long-term outlook for cashback spending in the region remains robust, with adoption anticipated to increase steadily over the forecast period. This is expected to record a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6% from 2024-2029. The value for cashback spending is forecasted to increase from US$8.26 billion in 2023 to US$16.22 billion by 2029.