Crypto.com signs MOU with NEXPACE to Integrate Crypto.com Pay into Global Gaming Ecosystem

Partnership to Enable Seamless Transactions and Blockchain Innovation Across NEXPACE’s Ecosystems and Marketplaces

May 30, 2025 – Crypto.com today announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NEXPACE, the Web3 and blockchain subsidiary of the global gaming company NEXON. The agreement outlines a strategic partnership to integrate Crypto.com Pay, Crypto.com’s checkout solution, into NEXPACE’s expansive gaming ecosystem.

The integration will allow players to make seamless, secure payments using cryptocurrencies across NEXPACE’s current and upcoming games and digital marketplaces. Alongside the integration, the partnership will also explore opportunities to transform the future of digital gaming and marketing, such as customer rewards programs, NFT strategies, co-marketing campaigns and the co-development of new blockchain-based experiences.

“We are thrilled to partner with a forward-thinking innovator like NEXPACE that shares our vision of the power of digital payments,” said Eric Anziani, President and COO at Crypto.com. “Integrating Crypto.com Pay into NEXPACE’s ecosystem represents a major milestone in providing seamless payment infrastructure to the next generation of gamers.”

“This partnership represents our commitment to building intuitive and open digital economies for our global player base,” said Sunyoung Hwang, CEO of NEXPACE. “By integrating Crypto.com Pay, we hope to further reduce friction in blockchain gaming and continue driving efforts in enhancing the overall gaming experience for users worldwide.”

As the Web3 arm of Nexon, NEXPACE leads the company’s Web3 strategy and is responsible for its recently launched blockchain-powered ecosystem: MapleStory Universe. Nexon is one of South Korea’s largest and most influential gaming companies known for developing globally popular IPs like MapleStory, Dungeon & Fighter, and KartRider - operating over 100 live games across 190 countries.

The MoU reflects the growing convergence between Web3 gaming ecosystems and real-world payment infrastructure. By combining Crypto.com’s crypto-native payment solution with NEXPACE’s blockchain-powered marketplaces, they will explore new ways to further enhance accessibility, reduce friction, and drive innovation across blockchain-powered entertainment platforms.

About Crypto.com

Founded in 2016, Crypto.com is trusted by more than 140 million customers worldwide and is the industry leader in regulatory compliance, security and privacy. Our vision is simple: Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet™. Crypto.com is committed to accelerating the adoption of cryptocurrency through innovation and empowering the next generation of builders, creators, and entrepreneurs to develop a fairer and more equitable digital ecosystem.

Learn more at https://crypto.com.

About NEXPACE

NEXPACE, an innovative blockchain company based in Abu Dhabi, pioneers an IP-expansion initiative powered by blockchain technology and NFTs to build a community-driven ecosystem. With a mission to redefine interactive entertainment, NEXPACE creates a vibrant space for exploring, sharing, and engaging with diverse content and gameplay crafted by community members.

At the heart of NEXPACE’s ecosystem are principles of transparency, security, and trust, empowering creators to freely share their ideas and enabling users to enjoy immersive experiences. By fostering a culture of creative expression, NEXPACE envisions a secure, collaborative environment that unites ecosystem participants in a thriving digital community. 

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