A new kind of payment experience is entering the world of elite sports. Together with MoonPay and Exodus, Tapeeze has helped enable a unique solution for athletes participating in the MoonPay X Games League – bringing together crypto, global payments and card technology in a way that hasn’t been done before.
At the center of the launch is a new model for athlete compensation. Instead of relying solely on traditional payouts, selected athletes in the X Games League will receive signing bonuses in crypto – paired with a seamless way to actually use those funds in everyday life.
That’s where Tapeeze comes in.
Turning Crypto Into Real-World Payments
Through tokenized payment cards powered by Tapeeze, athletes can instantly access and spend their funds globally.
The cards are built to complement the digital-first experience with a physical card:
- Ready for immediate use
- Freedom of Design – no limitations on material or design
- Multifunctional – users can embed personal links, social profiles, or content directly into the card, shared instantly with a tap
- Fully aligned with how modern users expect payments to work
This bridges a critical gap – making crypto not just something you hold, but something you can actually use.
Built for Speed, Designed for Athletes
The entire solution, from initial concept to live launch, was delivered in just two weeks.
By leveraging tokenization and a modern issuing setup together with our partner Fidesmo and BIN sponsor Monavate, the teams were able to move at a pace that traditional card programs simply can’t match.
At the same time, the product reflects the identity of the athletes and partners behind it. The card design strips away outdated elements and focuses on a clean, expressive look – something that takes the card to a premium lifestyle product and beyond.
A Glimpse of What’s Next
While Tapeeze operates behind the scenes, this launch signals a broader shift in how payments, branding and digital assets come together.
With the X Games League expanding into major global cities like New York, Los Angeles, São Paulo, and Tokyo, the demand for flexible, borderless payment solutions is only increasing.
This collaboration shows what’s now possible:
- Crypto-native payouts
- Instant global usability
- Fully branded physical payment experiences
- Multifunctional cards – payment, identity, and digital engagement in one
- Rapid deployment at scale
For athletes, it means more control and faster access to their money.
For partners, it opens up entirely new ways to build engagement and loyalty.
And for the industry, it’s another step toward a future where digital payments meets physical cards.
Read more about the announcement:
https://www.xgames.com/news/exodus-brings-crypto-signing-bonuses-to-moonpay-x-games-league-summer-draft/
