PhotonPay Secures Major Series B Funding Led by IDG Capital

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PhotonPay secured Series B funding led by IDG Capital.
The focus is on AI-driven, stablecoin-centric financial solutions.
Hong Kong is targeted for blockchain payment rail launch by 2026.

PhotonPay has secured a Series B funding of tens of millions USD, led by IDG Capital, to enhance its global digital finance infrastructure and launch blockchain-driven products by 2026.

The funding underscores a strategic push in stablecoin-centric payment solutions, marking a significant shift in global finance infrastructure. The move is poised to redefine real-time liquidity in payment systems.

PhotonPay Secures Major Series B Funding Led by IDG Capital

PhotonPay raised “tens of millions of USD” through a Series B round led by IDG Capital, with participation from Hillhouse Ventures, Enlight Capital, and others. The funds will bolster its global payment network, expand infrastructure, and enhance risk management. PhotonPay’s strategy focuses on deploying AI-driven, stablecoin-centric financial solutions. This includes launching blockchain-based payment rails, targeting Hong Kong initially by 2026. The company emphasizes seamless, real-time global payments with stablecoin integration.

Lewison Chen, CEO of PhotonPay, described the funding as pivotal for bridging Web2 and Web3, enhancing global finance with stablecoin technology. Major backers IDG Capital hailed the company’s capabilities in managing global compliance and liquidity.

“We fundamentally believe the future payment stack will be stablecoin-ready, and we are building it now. Stablecoins are not just a new settlement tool, they are the foundation for moving value globally at the speed of photon—zero friction, zero latency.” — Lewison Chen, Founder & CEO, PhotonPay PR Newswire

Hong Kong’s Strategic Role in Blockchain Innovation

Did you know? Related to PhotonPay’s strategic ambitions, Hong Kong has previously served as a launchpad for numerous blockchain innovations due to its supportive regulatory environment.

Bitcoin (BTC) remains a dominant force with a market cap of $1.81 trillion, despite a slight dip of 0.63% in 24 hours and a 19.11% decline over 90 days, as reported by CoinMarketCap. Trading volume reached $39.37 billion, down by 9.41%.

bitcoin-daily-chart-5525 — Bitcoin(BTC), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 19:10 UTC on January 9, 2026. *Source: CoinMarketCap*

The Coincu research team anticipates PhotonPay’s developments may spur innovations in blockchain payment systems. These efforts could accelerate global adoption, aligning with broader trends towards integrating AI in financial operations.

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