Online payment services are helping businesses scale globally with built-in crypto-fiat support, payment processing services, and embedded online payment provider APIs.

The future of payments isn’t about choosing between crypto and fiat. it’s about meeting customers where they are—with online payment services that feel seamless, secure, and fast. Today, users expect to pay in any currency, through any method, without being redirected to a third-party site. and businesses? they need the ability to scale quickly, manage risk, and maintain control over every transaction. That’s why a new wave of payment processing services and online payment providers are reshaping the way businesses think about payments—bridging convenience with compliance and scalability.
Let’s face it—ecommerce isn’t as simple as it used to be. Customers expect one-click checkouts. real-time currency conversion. integrated wallets. and absolutely no friction. But behind the scenes, offering all that means:
Add in multiple third-party tools, and it’s easy to see how the system breaks. This is where modern online payment services come into play. they provide the infrastructure to build better checkout flows—without the burden of building from scratch.
Most platforms still rely on external payment processing services—and while they offer speed, they often sacrifice control. Redirects slow down the transaction. third-party freezes can block funds. and scaling internationally means juggling multiple providers and currencies. Some businesses have tried to solve this by building their own payment stack. and while that brings flexibility, it’s expensive to maintain, time-consuming to build, and challenging to keep compliant. There’s a smarter way forward.
The next generation of online payment providers is changing the model entirely. instead of outsourcing payments or building from scratch, businesses are turning to wallet-based APIs that combine crypto and fiat capabilities in one place.
The benefits?
Users complete transactions on-platform. businesses retain full control. and compliance is built into the system.
As volumes increase, payments infrastructure must grow with it. that means real-time authorization, anti-fraud tools, and seamless support for new geographies. With online payment services, scaling doesn’t require rebuilding. APIs offer direct access to advanced features like:
All while avoiding the operational drag of managing third-party relationships. Whether you're running a high-growth e-commerce platform or entering new global markets, online payment services are no longer optional—they’re essential. With the right payment processing services and support from modern online payment providers, your platform can move faster, stay secure, and give users the payment experience they actually expect.
We just recently announced that Striga has joined, and we’ve been overwhelmed by the support and curiosity from our community. We’ve received a lot of great questions — here are some of the most common ones, along with what’s next for Striga and Lightspark.
A few weeks ago, Striga officially joined Lightspark — a company building the most efficient platform for global, real-time money movement on the Bitcoin network. Together, we’re combining Striga’s strong foundation in crypto compliance and banking infrastructure with Lightspark’s cutting-edge payment technology.
Lightspark and Striga share a vision: to make global payments faster, cheaper, and more open. Striga’s expertise in crypto-native card programs, KYC/KYB, and fiat–crypto bridging complements Lightspark’s Grid API. This partnership accelerates our roadmap and expands what both companies can offer developers and fintechs.
Nothing changes right now — your contracts, APIs, and integrations continue to work as before. You’ll continue to work with the same team, and we’ll notify you well in advance of any updates or migrations.
Lightspark partners now benefit from Striga’s capabilities in regulated card issuance, fiat ramps, and compliance tooling. Over time, you’ll see these integrated into Lightspark’s offerings.
For now, yes. The Striga brand and platform will remain active while we work behind the scenes on deeper integration. We’ll share updates as the two teams and products come together.
No immediate changes. You can continue using all existing Striga endpoints and tools. If updates occur, we’ll make migration guides and timelines available well ahead of time.
Please continue reaching out to your Striga account manager or the same support channels you’ve always used. Lightspark’s team is working closely with Striga to ensure seamless communication.
The combination of Lightspark and Striga gives builders a powerful stack — from compliant onboarding and card issuance to fast global settlement over Bitcoin. Together, we’re unlocking new possibilities for wallets, neobanks, and payment companies.
We’ll be gradually rolling out updates that bring the best of both platforms together. Expect new APIs, expanded corridors, and improved developer experiences — with the reliability and compliance you’ve come to expect from Striga.
Visit lightspark.com for more on our vision, or follow Striga’s updates for ongoing news.
Book a call with us to learn how Striga can get your payment flow approved and launched in record time. No NDAs needed and we commit to upfront, transparent pricing to meet the needs of both startups and enterprises.
