Helio is a blockchain-based platform built on Solana. To date, we have processed over $1.5 billion in transactions and support over 6,000 merchants. Helio integrates with platforms like Discord, Shopify, and WooCommerce
Cryptocurrency payments platform MoonPay has acquired Helio, a blockchain-based platform built on Solana, for a reported $175 million.
Ivan Soto-Wright, co-founder and CEO of MoonPay, posted the announcement on X and added: “2025 is going to be an even bigger year. The acquisition is HelioPay.”
Fox Business reported that the purchase price was $175 million.
Breaking news: We acquired @helio_pay pic.twitter.com/k3Nw9XfvOo
— MoonPay 🟣 (@moonpay) January 13, 2025
According to a press release, the acquisition of Helio brings the company's technology, team, and ecosystem into MoonPay's portfolio.
“This acquisition is an important step in advancing our vision for the future of payments,” Sotorite said. “Helio’s technology and expertise strengthens our ability to provide efficient, secure and scalable solutions for cryptocurrency commerce, trading infrastructure and markets. The combination of MoonPay and Helio will enable on-chain We now have the most comprehensive offering for payments.”
Helio has already processed over $1.5 billion in transactions, integrates with platforms like Discord, Shopify, and WooCommerce, and supports over 6,000 merchants.
MoonPay receives MiCA approval
MoonPay secured a Marketplace in Cryptocurrency (MiCA) license in the Netherlands in December. By doing so, MoonPay will be able to offer its services and products throughout Europe.
The granting of the MiCA license is a major milestone for MoonPay as it means expansion across a large market where more people are using cryptocurrency payments.
In June, MoonPay integrated with PayPal for OnRamp crypto purchases in the UK and US. MoonPay also partnered with Ledger last April to offer Ledger Live users the ability to instantly purchase cryptocurrencies.
