Launch of ZBD Embedded Financial Infrastructure for Video Games
ZBD has introduced a suite of embedded financial tools to enable real-money transactions, player rewards, and peer-to-peer marketplaces within PC, console, and mobile games.
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ZBD revealed a platform of embedded financial infrastructure for games, including products labeled Embedded Accounts, Embedded Payouts, Embedded Rewards, and Branded Debit Cards.
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ZBD has raised $90 million in funding from investors including RAINE, Square Enix, and Lakestar.
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The company holds payment provider licenses in the majority of US states and throughout the European Economic Area (EEA).
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The global digital payment market is projected to grow from USD 171.85 billion in 2026 to USD 874.89 billion by 2034.
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Play-to-earn is defined as a category of blockchain-based games where player-owned economies are enabled via tokens and NFTs.
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The Embedded Accounts product supports direct deposits, real-money peer-to-peer marketplaces, creator economies, and cash-outs for PC and console titles.
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Embedded Payouts allows publishers to distribute funds via bank accounts, Cash App, gift cards, and push-to-card services.
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Embedded Rewards facilitates the integration of real-money rewards into gameplay, progression systems, and liveops events.
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ZBD Chief Commercial Officer Gordon Thornton stated that consumers now expect two-way financial relationships with game publishers.