SmartCard Marketing Systems Inc. (SMKG:OTC) Accelerates Escrow & Custody Infrastructure for Layer 1, Layer 2, and Stablecoins with Multi-Wallet Architecture and Banking-as-a-Service Integration

August 27, 2025 — SmartCard Marketing Systems Inc. (OTC:SMKG), a global fintech and paytech innovator, today announced a major leap forward in digital asset infrastructure with the launch of its enhanced Escrow and Custody Framework for Layer 1 and Layer 2 blockchain protocols, including support for stablecoins. This strategic rollout features a multi-wallet custody structure and integrated Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) capabilities, enabling seamless on-ramping and off-ramping of digital assets with embedded cross-border payment rails.

A New Standard in Digital Asset Custody

SMKG’s multi-wallet custody architecture is designed to meet the growing demand for secure, scalable, and compliant digital asset management across decentralized ecosystems. The solution supports:

• Layer 1 & Layer 2 protocols including Ethereum, Solana, Polygon, Algorand and emerging enterprise chains
• Stablecoin custody for USDC, USDT, and regulated CBDCs
• Escrow services for B2B, B2C, P2P and cross-border transactions
• Multi-signature and programmable wallet structures for institutional-grade security

Embedded Banking-as-a-Service for Global Reach

By integrating BaaS into its platform, SMKG enables clients to access:

• Named and FBO Accounts
• Digital IBANs and virtual accounts
• Real-time FX and remittance capabilities
• Automated KYC/KYB/ KYT/AML onboarding and monitoring 
• Card issuing and acquiring services
• Crypto as a Service
• Tokenization of Assets and Utilties by ICO and IEO vs IPO

This empowers fintechs, neobanks, governments and enterprise platforms to embed financial services directly into their ecosystems, bridging traditional finance with decentralized finance (DeFi).

CEO Statement

"This is a pivotal moment for SmartCard Marketing Systems," said Massimo Barone, CEO of SMKG. "Our enhanced custody and escrow framework, combined with embedded banking services, positions us as a key enabler of digital asset adoption across borders. We’re not just building infrastructure—we’re unlocking new business models for fintechs, governments, and enterprises worldwide."

Cross-Border Rails for the Future of Finance

SMKG’s platform now supports embedded cross-border payment rails, allowing users to move funds across jurisdictions with speed, transparency, and compliance.

This includes:

• SWIFT and SEPA integrations
• Blockchain-based settlement layers
• Smart contract-enabled escrow triggers
• Visa Direct
• ACH push and pull
• Cardless Cash ATM withdrawls and Pickup

Strategic Impact

This launch aligns with SMKG’s broader strategy to deliver next-gen financial infrastructure for tokenized assets, digital identity, and embedded commerce. The company continues to expand its global footprint with partnerships across the Americas, Europe, Caribbean, Asia, and Africa.

About SmartCard Marketing Systems Inc. (OTC:SMKG) is a boutique technology company, providing Digital Transformation, Business Intelligence and PAAS Commerce Strategies with a proprietary portfolio of applications for Banking4.0, Web3.0 and Digital Payments4.0.

For more info visit https://www.smartcardmarketingsystems.com or visit our business applications marketplace at https://www.emphasispay.com

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For additional enquiries & Enterprise Program connect with:

Dharmesh Vora

President Enterprise Solutions

SmartCard Marketing Systems Inc.

dvora@smartcardmarketingsystems.com

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