A7 to Launch USDT-Powered International Payment Service A7 International
A7 International, a new service by Russian settlement system A7, will enable international invoice payments using USDT with SWIFT transfers.
A7 International, a new service by Russian settlement system A7, will enable international invoice payments using USDT with SWIFT transfers. Tether (USDT) is trading at $0.9993. This is an original Token Times brief based on reporting by ZyCrypto, with live market data added, as of Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:00:01 UTC.
This development could streamline international trade payments by integrating crypto and traditional banking systems, potentially increasing efficiency and reducing costs for businesses and individuals. It also marks a notable use case for USDT in global trade.
- A7 International launches on October 13, enabling USDT-based international payments.
- Service uses USDT for invoice payments with funds delivered via SWIFT bank transfers.
- Primarily targets foreign trade operators but also available to individuals.
- USDT market cap stands at $184.05B, showing stable demand.
On October 13th, Russian international settlement system A7, developed by Bank PSB, will introduce A7 International, a service that facilitates international invoice payments using USDT. This service aims to bridge the gap between cryptocurrency and traditional banking systems by allowing users to make payments in USDT, with funds ultimately delivered to the recipient via standard SWIFT bank transfers in the required currency.
The primary target audience for A7 International is foreign trade operators, who stand to benefit from the efficiency and potential cost savings of using cryptocurrencies for international transactions. However, the service is not limited to businesses; individuals can also utilize it for personal international payments.
This development is corroborated by multiple outlets, including ZyCrypto and 
Bitcoin Sistemi, which both highlight the innovative integration of USDT and SWIFT transfers. While the core details are consistent across sources, ZyCrypto provides additional information about the service's availability to individuals.
The launch of A7 International comes at a time when the total cryptocurrency market cap is $2.88 trillion, with Bitcoin showing a 24-hour increase of 1.07%. The overall market sentiment, as indicated by the Fear & Greed Index, is at 57, indicating a 'Greed' sentiment. 
Tether (USDT), the stablecoin at the heart of this new service, has a market cap of $184.05 billion and is currently trading at $0.99925, showing stability in its value.
The introduction of A7 International could have significant implications for the international payments market, potentially increasing the adoption of cryptocurrencies in global trade. As the service launches, it will be important to monitor its uptake and the impact it has on traditional banking and payment systems.
Since this brief published about 23 hours ago, Tether (USDT) has moved from $0.9993 to $0.9993 — +0.01%.
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At today's peer-to-peer rate, 1 USDT ≈ ₹104.43 (about $0.9993), up 0.0% over 24 hours. The rupee itself trades about 9.0% above the official rate on the P2P market, so a Indian buyer's effective cost differs from the headline dollar price.
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A7 to Launch USDT-Powered International Payment Service A7 I — questions & answers
What is A7 International?
A7 International is a new service by Russian settlement system A7 that allows users to pay foreign invoices using USDT, with funds delivered via SWIFT bank transfers.
When will A7 International launch?
A7 International is set to launch on October 13th.
Who can use A7 International?
The service is primarily for foreign trade operators but is also available to individuals.
How much is 1 Tether worth in rupee today?
About ₹104.43 at the live peer-to-peer (P2P) USDT rate, which is what Indians typically trade at — equivalent to roughly $0.9993. The rupee price moves with both USDT's US-dollar price and the USDT/INR rate; use our Tether in rupee page for any amount.
Which outlets reported this story?
This is an original Token Times brief that synthesises reporting from ZyCrypto. It is not a copy of any one article — follow the source links above for the original reporting.
Original summary — not financial advice. This is an original Token Times brief that summarises a development reported elsewhere and adds live market data for context; it is not the original article and reproduces no part of it. Follow the source link above for full details. Crypto is volatile and high-risk — always do your own research.