Thunes Enters Cross-Border Payments Elite, Joining Swift and Visa
Event summary
- Thunes ranked among top three global cross-border payments leaders by Juniper Research in 2026 report.
- Company scored highly in innovation, interoperability, and future business prospects categories.
- Thunes' Direct Global Network connects to 12 billion bank accounts, mobile wallets, and stablecoin wallets in 140 countries.
- Juniper Research evaluated 14 infrastructure providers, noting shift from transaction volume to technological advancement.
The big picture
Thunes' ranking highlights a broader industry shift where competitive advantage in cross-border payments is moving from transaction volume to technological innovation. The company's ability to achieve strong interoperability across diverse rails and markets positions it as a key player in the future of global payments infrastructure. With connections to 12 billion endpoints, Thunes is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for real-time, 24/7 cross-border payment solutions.
What we're watching
- Interoperability Scale
- How Thunes will maintain its vast network of real-time payment connections across fragmented markets.
- Competitive Dynamics
- Whether Thunes can sustain its position alongside established players like Swift and Visa.
- Technological Advancement
- The pace at which Thunes can continue to innovate and disrupt the cross-border payments market.
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