Tempo Secures $500M for Stablecoin Blockchain with Support from Stripe
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Oct 18 2025Funding and Valuation: Tempo, a blockchain project focused on stablecoins, has raised $500 million in funding, led by Thrive Capital, valuing the startup at approximately $5 billion, with participation from notable firms like Sequoia and Ribbit Capital.
Project Focus and Collaborations: Unlike traditional trading blockchains, Tempo aims to serve as a settlement layer for digital dollar transactions, collaborating with major companies such as OpenAI, Shopify, Visa, and Deutsche Bank, while remaining "stablecoin agnostic" in its operations.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
