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Klarna Teams With Stripe-Owned Privy to Prototype In‑App Crypto Wallet

The exploratory work builds on KlarnaUSD with any launch contingent on regulatory clearance.

Overview

  • Klarna and Privy will co-design and test wallet features that let users store, send, and use digital assets within the Klarna app.
  • Klarna characterized the collaboration as research and development with no firm product plans or timeline.
  • The effort builds on KlarnaUSD, issued via Stripe’s Bridge on Tempo, which is live on testnet with a mainnet launch expected in 2026.
  • Privy, now under Stripe, says its wallet infrastructure supports over 100 million accounts across more than 1,500 developers.
  • Klarna signaled further updates soon, while stressing that any wallet release would require regulatory approvals and targets lower cross‑border payment costs.