xpos

XPOS is a blockchain-enabled point-of-sale platform developed by Pundi X that aims to enable merchants to accept cryptocurrency payments through dedicated hardware terminals and related software. The system combines hardware devices, a wallet interface, and cloud services to process transactions and settle funds.

XPOS devices connect to a cloud-based service that handles payment processing, settlements, and optional conversion between digital assets and local fiat currencies. Merchants can accept a range of assets and, depending on configuration, receive settlement in fiat currencies through partners and exchanges. The platform is designed to integrate with existing POS workflows and consumer wallets, supporting merchant onboarding, inventory management, and analytics.

Token and ecosystem: The XPOS ecosystem has been associated with NPXS and related tokens, used for transaction fees, staking incentives, and other ecosystem functions. The project has described token migration and liquidity strategies as the system evolved, with the goal of aligning incentives across participants in the network.

History and deployment: The XPOS concept was introduced in the late 2010s with pilot deployments in multiple regions to test merchant acceptance, payment processing, and user experience. The rollout included partnerships with retailers and wallet providers and sought to demonstrate a scalable, blockchain-based alternative to traditional point-of-sale systems. As with many cryptocurrency payment initiatives, adoption varied by market, and the project underwent restructuring and changes to token mechanics over time.

See also: Pundi X, NPXS, PUNDIX.