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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 25/09/2026

Good research needs more than good credentials. It needs more perspectives. 🌍 We're building a global Expert Reviewers Committee for our Call for Papers grants. We're looking for researchers and scholars in open payments, interoperability, and digital […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 21/09/2026

Rafiki has been recognised as a digital public good by the @dpgalliance You can now find the Rafiki codebase in the official Digital Public Goods Registry. The DPG Standard isn’t a rubber stamp of approval. It evaluates nine areas including open […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 21/09/2026

Could your institution qualify for Interledger–NextGen funding? Higher education institutions worldwide need: • Registration and accreditation • An academic project lead • Support to manage funds and delivery Ready to put your institution forward? Start […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 21/07/2026

Already building in your community? Apply for a Local Impact Mini Grant of USD $500–$3,000 to support learning, connection and innovation around open payments and digital financial access. Apply today: interledger.org/grant/local-impact #Interledger #OpenPayments #FinancialInclusion

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 15/07/2026

🌍 Local ideas can create global impact. Interledger Foundation’s Local Impact Mini-Grants support community-led projects advancing open payments and digital financial access. Grants of USD $500 to $3,000 are available for meetups, workshops, hackdays […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 14/07/2026

The Open Payments Hackathon is coming to Medellín! 🇨🇴 Build and pitch an open payments prototype in 24 hours, compete for cash prizes, and take your idea further. Apply 👉 2fdb7i.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2jG_EQ… Learn more 👉 interledger.org/summit/hackathon #ILPHacks

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 07/07/2026

Access alone doesn't create financial inclusion. As Briana Marbury says, "Financial inclusion is ultimately about trust." New research in Medellín explores how trust and design shape participation. Read more […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 04/06/2026

Thinking about applying for the Interledger Fellowship? It supports researchers, builders, and advocates working to improve how money moves across networks and expand access to digital financial services. Applications close June 15. Apply […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 03/06/2026

Open Payments is an open API standard designed to make that easier by enabling payments across wallets, banks, and mobile money platforms through a single integration. Join Open Payments Learning Month with Bibi Souza to explore the API, learn from the […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 01/06/2026

🚀 Applications are now open for the Open Payments Accelerator. Early-stage founders and developers can receive up to $50K in non-dilutive funding and technical mentorship to build interoperable financial services that expand financial access. Apply […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 25/05/2026

Open Payments brings interoperability to digital payments, similar to how email works across providers. One open standard. One API flow. Fewer custom integrations. Join our free 30-Day Open Payments Learning Month starting June 1 ↓ […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 20/05/2026

Payments are still fragmented. Open Payments is the open standard built to change that. Join Open Payments Learning Month: 30 days of free, hands-on learning for developers and fintech founders. Starts June 1 ↓ insights.interledger.org/open-payme… #Interledger #OpenPayments

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 06/05/2026

Experiential learning helps students move beyond theory and into real-world financial innovation. The Dollar Craft Program at Alabama A&M University brings business and engineering students together to design prototypes and explore how digital financial […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 05/05/2026

Calling developers and open source contributors 👩‍💻👨‍💻 The Open Payments SDK Grant funds projects improving developer tooling, API standards, and SDK generation. 💰 $5K–$50K available 👉 Apply: interledger.org/grant/open-payments… #Interledger #OpenPayments

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 05/05/2026

Universities are where the next breakthroughs in payments begin 🎓 Interledger on Campus supports student clubs with up to $5,000 to run hackathons, workshops, and hands-on projects in open payments. 👉 Learn more & apply […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 30/04/2026

When systems work together, money moves more freely. From M-Pesa to UPI, interoperable payments are making money more connected and accessible. In this blog, Casey Ariel Dike explores what’s possible when systems “talk” to each other. Read more […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 29/04/2026

Access to financial systems isn’t neutral. It’s shaped by design. Kokayi explores how culture, technology, and finance intersect. Through the Interledger Fellowship, ideas like these move into real-world impact. Apply: interledger.org/grant/ambassadors

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 22/04/2026

The 2026 Interledger Fellowship Program is open. 🌍 Selected fellows will receive up to $72,000, join a global community, and spend 12 months advancing open payments and ideas that promote digital financial access. What would you build to make financial […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 21/04/2026

📢 New 2026 Policy Activation Grantee We’re supporting CTS-FGV (Rio) to research how BRICS countries shape end-user outcomes in national digital payment systems and financial digital public infrastructure. Focusing on Brazil & India first, the project […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 15/04/2026

The Interledger Foundation supports people building open, interoperable payment infrastructure 🌱 The Open Payments SDK Grant funds tools that help money move more freely across networks. Applications are open. 👉 Apply […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 26/03/2026

Who should have access to the core infrastructure of money movement — and on what terms? The Interledger Foundation responded to the Federal Reserve’s Payment Account proposal, highlighting how access to settlement systems can support inclusion. 👉 Read […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 23/03/2026

Applications for the Interledger Fellowship open April 1, 2026 🌟 A 12-month program supporting innovators in open payments, interoperability, and financial inclusion. 📅 Apply by June 15 #Interledger #OpenPayments

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 18/03/2026

Africa already has the foundations of modern payments infrastructure 🌍 With 33 domestic systems and 3 regional ones, the opportunity is connecting and scaling them to deliver value. Today, costs still average 8–8.5%, with $5B lost annually. Read more […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 17/03/2026

Web Monetization is now available in Google’s Offerwall 🎉 Publishers can offer it alongside ads or surveys, giving users a direct way to support content through micropayments 🌱 Curious how it works? Read more […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 16/03/2026

🎓 Interledger on Campus has launched! Student clubs can apply for mini-grants up to $5,000 to host hackathons, workshops, and hands-on learning about open payments and financial access. 📅 Apply by July 31, 2026 submit.interledger.org/submit #InterledgerOnCampus #OpenPayments

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 12/03/2026

Fliqa is integrating Open Payments and the Interledger Protocol into its open banking solutions. This will expand its offering of instant, low-fee payment options for merchants and help support bank-to-bank transfers across 3,000 banks. Read more […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 02/03/2026

Stay informed on open payments and interoperable systems ✨ The Interledger Foundation newsletter shares research, funding opportunities, and insights from builders working toward inclusive digital economies. Subscribe: interledger.org/subscribe #Interledger #OpenWeb

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 18/12/2025

In 2025, developers worldwide pushed the Interledger ecosystem forward, experimenting, shipping code, opening issues, and sharing ideas across hackathons, meetups, and GitHub. Thanks for building open payments. Onward to 2026 🚀 #Interledger #OpenSource #DeveloperCommunity #OpenPayments

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 03/12/2025

🎓 Innovation starts in the classroom. 🏫 At Bowie State University, led by Dr. Andrew Mangle, students are shaping fintech for inclusive finance. 🏛️ At Alabama A&M, our NextGen Grant fuels hands-on digital banking innovation. 🌍 bowiestate.edu | […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 01/12/2025

The Interledger Hackathon 2025 delivered game-changing energy in Mexico City. ⚡ Meet the standout teams pushing the limits of what’s possible: 🥇 Los VibeCoders — instant global payments with ILP 🥈 Haki Ando — device-free biometrics as your payment method […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 06/11/2025

🚀 Step into the Demo Lab at #ILPSummit25! Experience Interledger in action — from Web Monetization with @Chimoney to streaming payments with @Mifos and Rafiki. 🌍 Innovation meets impact. 🎥 Watch live […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 06/11/2025

🎙️ Day 2 of the Interledger Listening Lab is live at #ILPSummit25! Today’s talks move from financial inclusion to financial justice — exploring how innovation and collaboration can build a fairer digital economy for all. 🌍 👉 Watch live […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 05/11/2025

🚀 Day 1 of the Interledger Demo Lab is LIVE! Trailblazing organisations are showcasing innovations shaping the future of digital payments and open finance. 🌍 🔴 Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=lt6rJpJ7a94 #ILPSummit25 #OpenPayments #Fintech #TechForGood

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 05/11/2025

🎉 Day 1 of #ILPSummit25 is LIVE in Mexico City! Powerful conversations from the Interledger Listening Lab explore interoperability, human rights, and financial inclusion. 🌍 🔴 Watch live: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ethS_H4Tqow #Interledger #TechForGood

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 03/11/2025

🚨 Last chance to join the Interledger Hackathon Mexico 2025! Build open, inclusive payment solutions that make financial access universal — in partnership with @FINNOSUMMIT. 📅 Nov 8–9 | CDMX ⏰ Deadline: Oct 27 🔗 interledger.org/es/summit/hackathon […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 15/07/2025

On this episode of The Future Money Podcast, hosts Ayesha Ware and Chris Lawrence are in conversation with ILF Grantee and community member Adam Waring. Back in March, Adam announced that @gFam a live storytelling platform where creators earn tips and web […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 30/06/2025

Huge thanks to everyone who joined the UCT Financial Hub bootcamp and hackathon- to the participants, mentors & judges! The creativity & collaboration made it unforgettable. Congratulations to our top teams: 🥇1st - Direla 🥈 2nd- Fin Illuminaries 🥉 3rd- […] [Original post on interledger.social]

First place winners of the UCT Hackathon

Second place winners of the UCT hackathon

Third place winners of the UCT hackathon

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 27/06/2025

Developer Meet up in Cape Town! Thanks to everyone who showed up, and shout out to the ILF team, Deep South Devs and other partners for the help in coordinating. It was a great #OpenPayments session!

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 12/06/2025

The G20 has long championed digital financial inclusion. Now it has the chance to take that vision global. UPI, Pix, and PayNow have transformed domestic payments, faster, cheaper, and more accessible. The next step? A coordinated approach to […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 29/05/2025

BessPay is making bold moves in digital commerce. 🌍 Douglas Davidson shares their 2024 focus: the BessPay Plugin, a Sharetribe extension backed by Interledger Foundation’s Digital Financial Services Unlocked Grant. With Open Payments, BessPay enables […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 28/05/2025

Building community wealth starts with empowering local financial systems. Now, with support from the Interledger Foundation, they’re launching Kanzu Microloans, making smarter, faster credit accessible to communities across the country. 📖 Explore the […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 22/05/2025

Interledger is building the Internet of Opportunity, an open, global network where currency moves seamlessly. This means you experience: ✅ Instant transaction processing ✅ Lower costs by reducing intermediaries ✅ Global reach across any ledger This makes […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 20/05/2025

Developers are at the forefront of financial technology, yet they often face challenges integrating with closed, proprietary systems. The Interledger Foundation addresses this by providing open-source tools like Rafiki, enabling seamless integration of […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 19/05/2025

We believe everyone should be free to manage their finances with dignity and ease. That’s why the Interledger Foundation supports systems that are open, secure, and accessible to all. Together, we’re building the foundation for a more financially free and […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 16/05/2025

🎟️Tickets for Interledger Summit 2025 are now available! The Internet of Opportunity is happening now. The hashtag#ILPSummit25 brings policymakers, financial institutions, and technology leaders together to shape the next evolution of digital finance […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 08/05/2025

At the heart of financial innovation is a powerful belief: inclusion begins with access, and access begins with education. If you missed Episode 11 of the Future|Money podcast, we have written a deep dive into the episode that invites us into classrooms […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 30/04/2025

Welcome Caroline Sinders as an Interledger Foundation Ambassador!! Caroline is an award-winning critical researcher whose work explores the intersections of technology, design, and justice. As the founder of Convocation Research + Design, Caroline has […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 28/04/2025

We’re proud to welcome Sheena Allen as a 2025 Interledger Foundation Ambassador! Sheena is bringing bold, community-rooted research to our cohort through her project: “Financial Exclusion in the Southern U.S.: The Real Whys, Challenges, and the […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 23/04/2025

🚀 Meet Gavin Chait, 2025 Interledger Foundation Ambassador! Gavin is a pioneering Hop Sauna, a community-moderated, Open Payments-enabled web-shop framework. A sci-fi author whose work is studied at the University of Strasbourg, Gavin blends data […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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Interledger Foundation @interledger.org · 22/04/2025

Stay Updated with the Latest Developments Web Monetization is evolving, and we’re excited to share new features, improvements, and success stories. Be the first to learn about innovative use cases, industry trends, and opportunities to grow with the […] [Original post on interledger.social]

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