“Can a single infrastructure layer become the universal access point for all local and alternative payment methods globally, enabling every PSP and merchant to offer locally preferred payment experiences through one API connection?”
PPRO was founded as a B2B infrastructure layer that aggregates local payment methods (LPMs) globally into a single API connection for merchants and PSPs. The company secured strategic investment from PayPal and Citi in 2018, validating its role as a neutral intermediary enabling global e-commerce without any single network dominating. Over time, PPRO expanded beyond traditional LPMs into BNPL via partnerships with Afterpay, Scalapay, and a branded 'Buy Now Pay Local' product, reflecting a strategic move to become the single integration point for all non-card payment preferences globally.