Fipto and Avenia Partner to Launch Real-time EUR / BRL Corridor Using Stablecoins
By Dominic Sow · 13 February 2026
WHY THIS MATTERS:
Cross-border payments between Europe and Latin America remain heavily dependent on correspondent banking networks, often resulting in multi-day settlement times, layered fees and limited transparency. At the same time, Brazil has become one of the world’s most advanced digital payments markets, driven by Pix adoption and a rapidly evolving fintech ecosystem. Stablecoins are increasingly being positioned as an alternative settlement layer for international treasury flows, particularly in high-volume FX corridors. By establishing a regulated EUR/BRL stablecoin corridor, Fipto and Avenia are tapping into a broader structural shift toward blockchain-based cross-border payments that promise 24/7 settlement, lower friction and reduced reliance on legacy banking rails.
Fipto has partnered with Avenia, a leading financial infrastructure provider in Brazil, to launch a dedicated, two-way stablecoin corridor for EUR / BRL flows.
A two-way bridge between Europe and Brazil
Brazil is a global leader in digital payments, but the link to European markets is often a bottleneck for businesses. This partnership creates a functional bridge:
- Fipto provides the regulated European gateway and stablecoin infrastructure.
- Avenia provides the local expertise and deep liquidity needed to access the Brazilian market.
- PSPs & Acquirers: Accelerate payouts to merchants in Brazil or repatriate funds back to Europe instantly.
- Digital Asset Funds: Efficiently move capital between European and LatAm venues.
- Global Enterprises: Manage two-way flows between headquarters and subsidiaries—from international payroll to vendor payments - without the typical 3-5 day wait.
Companies in this story: Fipto
People in this story: Patrick Mollard