Payment Instruction

Definition ∞ A Payment Instruction is an order given by a payer to a financial institution or payment service provider to transfer funds to a designated recipient. In the digital asset realm, this translates to initiating a transaction on a blockchain network, often via a smart contract or wallet application. It represents the command to execute a value transfer.
Context ∞ The discussion surrounding Payment Instructions in the context of digital assets often involves the efficiency, finality, and security of blockchain-based payment systems. Debates frequently address the speed of settlement, the costs associated with transactions, and the legal recognition of crypto payment instructions. Observing the development of central bank digital currencies and stablecoin regulations will provide insight into the future landscape of digital payments.