Uphold’s Topper and dLocal Innovate Payment Methods Across Latin America
dLocal , a leading cross-border payment platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Topper , the fiat on-ramp service developed by Uphold . This collaboration aims to integrate dLocal’s payment processing expertise with Uphold’s versatile financial solutions to expand financial access in emerging markets. Through our partnership with Topper by @UpholdInc we are improving payment flexibility in emerging markets driving financial inclusion and empowering users with convenience across Latin America in Brazil, Mexico, Chile, and Colombia. https://t.co/9ORjXvT5ki pic.twitter.com/7OhcaFkT9F — dLocal (@dLocalPayments) August 21, 2024 According to the World Bank’s Global Findex Database 2021, only 28% of Latin Americans own a credit card. In contrast, a significant majority—between 60% and 89%—utilise alternative payment methods (APMs) that align with local preferences. The new partnership will address this gap by offering tailored payment solutions. Expan...