The annual list aims to recognize breakthrough technologies that have the potential to reshape industries and redefine work and lifestyles.
San Francisco, October 6th / PRNewswire / -- The leading encrypted payment network Mesh announced today that it has been recognized by Fast Company as a finalist in the Next Big Things in Tech awards. This annual award recognizes breakthrough technologies that have the potential to transform the industry and shape the future.
Mesh indicates that its SmartFunding ™ has been selected in the financial services category. The payment orchestration engine of this product separates the assets held by consumers from those accepted by merchants. Consumers can use any one of over 100 digital assets for payment, while merchants can settle in their preferred currency. Mesh will automatically handle conversion and routing in sales terminals, e-commerce, and autonomous trading scenarios. The company states that this experience is built around the user's existing financial life, rather than the technical requirements of the underlying network.
Over the past year, Mesh has joined forces with Paxos's Global Dollar Network and launched Mesh Alliance Program. This initiative brings together more than 50 partners with the aim of simplifying the growing complexity of corporate encrypted payments. The company has also released Mesh Wallet to assist AI in executing transactions in the real world. The cooperation network of Mesh covers exchanges, regulated banks, fintech companies, payroll platforms, and payment service providers, extending digital asset payments into everyday financial workflows.
Mesh, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, stated: "Payment should revolve around people and businesses, rather than forcing them to change the way they conduct transactions. We are building the infrastructure that connects both parties, allowing people to pay with the assets they hold, while businesses can receive payments in the currencies of their choice. As more and more transactions are initiated by AI, this flexibility will become even more important."
The Fast Company Next Big Things in Tech list recognizes innovative technologies developed by established companies, startups, and research teams that have made substantial progress in driving transformation in consumer, corporate, and social life. Fast Company indicates that this year's winners span multiple industries, and each innovation demonstrates the potential to have a significant impact in the coming years.
Fast Company Editor Brendan Vaughan states: "The most exciting technological innovations are those that exceed expectations and demonstrate the potential for real impact. The companies and teams on this year's list are using new ideas, new products, and new methods to solve major problems, and they have the potential to fundamentally shape the next few years."
The complete Fast Company 2026 Next Big Things in Tech list can be viewed on the official website.
About Mesh
Mesh was established in 2020 and is working on creating the first global encrypted payment network, connecting hundreds of exchanges, wallets, and financial service platforms to enable seamless digital asset payments and conversions. By integrating these platforms into a single network, Mesh is building an interconnected and secure ecosystem for digital finance. For more information, please visit meshpay.com.
About Fast Company
Fast Company is the only media brand that focuses entirely on the intersection of business, innovation, and design. It targets the most influential business leaders, companies, and thinkers, and pays attention to the future of business. The media is headquartered in New York and is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC. It also belongs to the same company as the business publication Inc. For more information, please visit fastcompany.com.
