# Chainlink and Bottomline blockchain payment integration > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chainlink-and-bottomline-blockchain-payment-integration > Updated: 2026-09-17T19:35:21.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2. Chainlink and Bottomline Technologies have partnered to integrate blockchain technology with traditional banking infrastructure. Initially established as a strategic partnership to enable cross-chain and cross-border payments for over 600 banking customers, the collaboration utilizes Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) and Chainlink Runtime Environment (CRE). The partnership has progressed from a proof-of-concept to the launch of Global Pay Connect, a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform. This new service allows financial institutions to adopt real-time payments, digital assets, and tokenized deposits while maintaining compatibility with existing ISO 20022 messaging standards. The platform provides connectivity across major networks such as Swift, SEPA, CHIPS, and Bacs, offering AI-enabled insights and real-time visibility into payment activity. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-17: Bottomline launches Global Pay Connect to bridge banking and blockchain Bottomline has launched Global Pay Connect, a SaaS platform that uses Chainlink technology to connect traditional banking infrastructure with blockchain networks and real-time payment systems. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bottomline-launches-global-pay-connect-to-bridge-banking-and-blockchain ### 2026-09-03: Chainlink partners with Bottomline to connect 600 banks to blockchain payments Chainlink and Bottomline Technologies have partnered to bring blockchain-based cross-border payments to over 600 banks, leveraging CCIP to connect traditional SWIFT messaging with on-chain settlement. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chainlink-partners-with-bottomline-technologies-for-blockchain-payments --- Cite as: Chainlink and Bottomline blockchain payment integration. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/chainlink-and-bottomline-blockchain-payment-integration