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Thunes Joins World Economic Forum's Unicorn Community

In a significant move to enhance global financial interoperability, Thunes has officially joined the Unicorn Community of the World Economic Forum (WEF). This elite network comprises innovative, high-growth firms poised to shape the future of international industries.

Thunes, hailed as the smart superhighway for money transfers, aims to accelerate access to financial services and connectivity for billions of users across the globe. The company focuses on building collaborative relationships that enable the integration of various financial systems, highlighting their commitment to better serve communities worldwide.

This marks the second time Thunes participates in WEF’s initiatives on financial and currency systems. The organization contributes valuable insights into crucial discussions surrounding digital payments, infrastructure innovations, and inclusive economic growth. By joining the Unicorn Community, Thunes deepens its engagement with the WEF, collaborating with prominent leaders and innovators to create a more interoperable global financial ecosystem and promote equitable access to financial services.

At the heart of Thunes' mission is the Direct Global Network, which offers interoperability among traditional banks, mobile wallets, and digital asset platforms. This network enables real-time payments across 130 countries using over 80 currencies. By bridging disparate financial systems, Thunes empowers individuals and businesses to transfer money instantly and affordably, further promoting financial inclusion in both local and global contexts.

Peter De Caluwe, co-founder and CEO of Thunes, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are honored to be invited into the WEF's Unicorn Community. Our deeper collaboration with the Forum serves as recognition of the significant impact our Direct Global Network has on global money transfer. By connecting traditional, digital, and emerging financial systems, we break down barriers, allowing more individuals, businesses, and economies to participate unrestricted in the global economy.”

Verena Kuhn, head of Innovator Communities at the WEF, welcomed Thunes to the community, emphasizing that the company’s efforts to improve financial system interoperability reflect the kind of innovation required to support a more inclusive and resilient world economy. “The expertise of Thunes in developing modern cross-border payment infrastructure will provide us with valuable insights as we work together to improve access to financial services and strengthen the foundations of the digital economy,” she added.

Thunes remains committed to its mission of enabling the next billion users, particularly in emerging markets, to participate in the world economy. Joining the WEF Unicorn Community fortifies this commitment and underscores the company's leadership in global payment interoperability innovation.

For more information, visit Thunes' official website.