Clearing vs Settlement: Key Differences - PSP Guide
Clearing validates a transaction; settlement moves the money. The key differences, T+1/T+0 settlement timelines, how it works in card payments and crypto — and why the gap matters for PSPs.
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Clearing validates a transaction; settlement moves the money. The key differences, T+1/T+0 settlement timelines, how it works in card payments and crypto — and why the gap matters for PSPs.
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