Alchemy Pay, a payment gateway, has integrated Dash (DASH) into its fiat on-ramp service, now allowing users to buy the cryptocurrency directly using local fiat payment methods.

The integration, announced on January 13, and lets users to buy DASH across 173 countries using more than 50 fiat currencies and over 300 payment channels, including card payments, mobile wallets, and regional bank transfers. 

Alchemy Pay said the move is intended to lower barriers for users seeking access to Dash as a payment-focused cryptocurrency.

Expanding access to Dash through global payment rails

Dash is designed for fast, low-cost digital payments and has introduced features such as decentralized governance, masternodes, and instant transaction finality. 

In 2024, the network expanded its ecosystem with Dash Evolution, a decentralized data layer aimed at improving usability for Web3 applications without relying on trusted intermediaries.

By supporting DASH on its fiat on-ramp, Alchemy Pay said it is extending access to Dash for use cases ranging from everyday payments to savings and Web3 applications. The integration connects Dash’s payment-oriented blockchain with Alchemy Pay’s global payment infrastructure, which supports a wide range of local payment methods.

Alchemy Pay said the Dash integration builds on its broader effort to connect traditional finance with digital assets through compliant and scalable payment services. 

The company currently holds multiple regulatory approvals, including U.S. Money Transmitter Licenses, as well as licenses and registrations across regions such as Southeast Asia, South Korea, Europe, and the United Kingdom.

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