A7 to Launch USDT-Powered International Payment Service
A7 International will enable cross-border payments settled in USDT via SWIFT bank transfers.
A7 International will enable cross-border payments settled in USDT via SWIFT bank transfers. Tether (USDT) is trading at $0.9991. This is an original TLT brief based on reporting by BeInCrypto, with live market data added, as of Mon, 12 Oct 2026 21:00:04 UTC.
This service could disrupt traditional international payments by offering a faster, more cost-effective alternative using stablecoins, potentially increasing USDT adoption in global trade.
- A7 International will allow payments for foreign invoices using USDT.
- Funds will be delivered via standard SWIFT bank transfers.
- Service targets foreign trade operators and individuals.
- USDT market cap stands at $184.1B amid flat market conditions.
- A7 to Launch USDT-Powered International Payment Service A7 International
- A7 to Launch USDT-Powered International Payment Service — this brief
- A7 to Launch USDT-Powered International Payment Service A7 International
On October 13th, Russian international settlement system A7, developed by Bank PSB, will introduce A7 International, a groundbreaking service that allows payments for foreign counterparties' invoices using USDT. This service marks a significant development in the international payments landscape by integrating stablecoins with traditional banking systems.
The payments will be processed through a standard SWIFT bank transfer, with the funds arriving in the required currency. This integration aims to provide a more efficient and cost-effective solution for cross-border transactions, leveraging the stability and widespread acceptance of USDT.
According to multiple outlets, the service is primarily targeted at foreign trade operators, but it will also be available to individuals. This dual focus suggests a broad market appeal, potentially driving increased adoption of USDT in global trade.
The development comes at a time when the total crypto market cap is $2.87T, with the overall market showing a flat trend. 
Bitcoin has seen a 24-hour decrease of 0.98%, while the Fear & Greed index stands at 69, indicating a state of 'Greed' among investors. 
Tether (USDT), the stablecoin that will underpin the new service, has a market cap of $184.1B, with its price remaining stable at $0.999174.
The introduction of A7 International could have significant implications for the international payments market, offering a viable alternative to traditional banking systems. As the service launches, it will be important to monitor its adoption rate and the impact it has on USDT's market dynamics.
Since this brief published about 3 hours ago, Tether (USDT) has moved from $0.9992 to $0.9991 — -0.00%.
The chart plots USDT's price: grey is the move before this brief published, the vertical dashed line marks the moment it published, the horizontal dashed line is the price then, and the coloured area is the move since — from TLT's market data (daily resolution). It shows what happened after the news, not that the news caused it; many factors move prices. Not financial advice.
At today's peer-to-peer rate, 1 USDT ≈ ₦1,365.58 (about $0.9991), down 0.0% over 24 hours. The naira itself trades about 2.7% above the official rate on the P2P market, so a Nigerian buyer's effective cost differs from the headline dollar price.
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A7 to Launch USDT-Powered International Payment Service — questions & answers
What is A7 International?
A7 International is a service that enables payments for foreign invoices using USDT, with funds delivered via SWIFT bank transfers.
When will A7 International be launched?
The service is set to be unveiled on October 13th.
Who is the target audience for A7 International?
The service primarily targets foreign trade operators but is also available to individuals.
How much is 1 Tether worth in naira today?
About ₦1,365.58 at the live peer-to-peer (P2P) USDT rate, which is what Nigerians typically trade at — equivalent to roughly $0.9991. The naira price moves with both USDT's US-dollar price and the USDT/NGN rate; use our Tether in naira page for any amount.
Which outlets reported this story?
This is an original TLT brief that synthesises reporting from BeInCrypto. It is not a copy of any one article — follow the source links above for the original reporting.
Original summary — not financial advice. This is an original TLT brief that summarises a development reported elsewhere and adds live market data for context; it is not the original article and reproduces no part of it. Follow the source link above for full details. Crypto is volatile and high-risk — always do your own research.