Last mentioned: Mar 20, 2026
Blockchain Launch
The Tempo Network blockchain goes live, providing the settlement layer for MPP transactions.
MPP Release
Tempo officially unveils the Machine Payments Protocol for developer testing.
Bridge Acquisition
Stripe acquires stablecoin platform Bridge, signaling a deeper commitment to crypto infrastructure.
Seed Funding
Tempo secures initial backing from Paradigm and Stripe to develop AI-native payment rails.
Tempo, a crypto startup backed by Stripe and Paradigm, has officially launched its Machine Payments Protocol (MPP) and the Tempo Network blockchain. The infrastructure is designed to enable autonomous AI agents to conduct seamless, low-latency financial transactions without human intervention.