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Stripe Acquires Privy to Expand Crypto Wallet Infrastructure

Privy will continue operating independently after the deal closes, strengthening Stripe’s ability to embed wallets directly into mainstream digital products.

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Overview

  • Stripe announced on June 11, 2025 that it will acquire Privy, a crypto wallet infrastructure provider known for its embedded wallet technology.
  • Privy’s platform supports over 75 million accounts and more than 1,000 development teams across major crypto apps including OpenSea, Hyperliquid, Pump.fun, Blackbird, and Toku.
  • The terms of the transaction were not disclosed, and the deal is expected to close in the coming weeks with Privy maintaining its independence.
  • This acquisition follows Stripe’s $1.1 billion purchase of stablecoin infrastructure firm Bridge and underscores a broader push to blend crypto and fiat value movement.
  • Privy has raised over $40 million from investors including Paradigm, Coinbase, and Sequoia Capital since its launch in 2021.