NEW: MoneyGram expands its Ramps service to Solana, giving builders single-API access to its global cash on- and off-ramp network.

What happened

MoneyGram announced that its Ramps service is now available on the Solana blockchain, allowing developers to use a single API to connect to MoneyGram’s worldwide network for converting cash to crypto and back.

Confirmed

Global impact / market context

The integration gives Solana developers an easy way to add fiat‑to‑crypto and crypto‑to‑fiat functionality, which can attract more users to apps built on Solana and broaden MoneyGram’s reach into decentralized finance.

Analyst inference

Crypto platforms are seeking reliable on‑ and off‑ramps as regulatory pressure grows. MoneyGram’s move follows other traditional payment firms entering blockchain, signaling a trend toward bridging legacy finance with digital assets.

Analyst inference

What to watch

1. Adoption rates of the new Solana API, measured by the number of developers and transactions using MoneyGram’s Ramps service. Analyst inference
2. Regulatory developments affecting cross‑border fiat‑crypto transfers, which could impact MoneyGram’s ability to expand similar services to other blockchains. Analyst inference
3. Competitive responses from other payment providers launching comparable APIs on Solana or rival chains, influencing market share for on‑ramp solutions. Analyst inference

Affected assets

• SOL — Solana

Evidence

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