On September 8, 2025, Worldwide Stablecoin Payment Network (WSPN) announced the successful acquisition of Aplauz NL B.V., a licensed Dutch Electronic Money Institution (EMI) and subsidiary of Aplauz Financial Services Ltd. Approved by De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) in June 2025 and finalized in July, this acquisition enhances WSPN’s global presence and commitment to compliant stablecoin ecosystems.
WSPN acquires Aplauz NL B.V., a licensed Dutch EMI.
Transaction approved by DNB in June 2025, finalized in July.
Strengthens WSPN’s European stablecoin payment infrastructure.
Aplauz NL B.V. evolved from consumer to B2B compliance focus.
WSPN aims to standardize stablecoin services globally.
Deal began with a 9.9% stake transfer in October 2024.
The acquisition of Aplauz NL B.V., which began with a 9.9% minority stake transfer in October 2024, underscores WSPN’s strategy to build a robust European presence. “The acquisition strengthens our mission to pioneer transparent and inclusive digital payments,” said Raymond Yuan, Founder & CEO of WSPN. By leveraging Aplauz’s established platform, WSPN will explore new stablecoin use cases, delivering innovative payment solutions to partners and users.
Aplauz Financial Services Ltd., founded in 2020, has shifted from consumer payments to a B2B technology and compliance partner. “The successful sale of our Dutch operations to WSPN highlights the strength of the Aplauz platform,” said Goran Abramović, Director of Aplauz Financial Services Ltd. The acquisition positions Aplauz NL B.V. for further growth under WSPN’s leadership, unlocking new opportunities in the digital payments landscape.
WSPN’s “Stablecoin 2.0” vision prioritizes usability, reliability, and accessibility, aiming to standardize stablecoin services for real-world applications. The acquisition enhances WSPN’s ability to deliver secure, efficient, and transparent payment solutions, accelerating the development of future financial infrastructure. Aplauz’s EMI license strengthens WSPN’s regulatory compliance, supporting its global expansion.
For more information, visit www.wspn.io or www.aplauz.com.
WSPN is a leading provider of next-generation stablecoin infrastructure, committed to building secure, efficient, and transparent payment solutions for the global economy. Its product portfolio includes stablecoins and diverse solutions designed to expand the WSPN network ecosystem.
Aplauz Financial Services Ltd., founded in 2020, develops platforms and regulatory services to enable compliant digital payment solutions. It has evolved into a B2B technology and compliance partner, supporting scalable financial innovations.
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