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ECONOMY • CANADA

Canada launches long-delayed real-time payments system

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Payments Canada says it has launched a national system intended to let participating members exchange, clear and settle payments in real time. The system is expected to speed up everyday payments for Canadian businesses and consumers.

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Why it matters

The reported effects are on Canadian businesses and consumers. The supplied article gives no concrete U.S. link or information about cross-border payment use.

What happens next

Participating members are expected to use the system for real-time payments; the article does not specify a wider rollout timetable or further milestones.

Which institutions participate in the system

Whether the system supports or affects cross-border payments