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Authvia Brings PayPal and Venmo Payments Straight Into Text and RCS Chats
LOS ANGELES, January 28, 2026--Authvia has partnered with PayPal and Venmo to enable consumers and businesses to send and receive money instantly through text messaging (SMS) and Rich Communication Services (RCS), transforming everyday conversations into secure, intelligent payment experiences.
About this update from Paypal Holdings, Inc.
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