Well, i guess by saying they arent interested in branching out, that would equal them not adding anything NEW to their portfolios, which is exactly what an international payment system would be, lol. Apple is already involved with them, and can use the tech directly in their flagship products, eliminating the middle man in this case. If one cant see the synergy there, let alone when compared to a purported huge payment overhaul....
They have more resources to use than anyone ever. They can do anyting they can think of. Its disingenuous to rule out an acquisition like this with so many positives.
If Apple wants to grow, and they do, nothing is off limits. Is it a guarantee or a perfect storm, no way. But their ARE justifiable reasons to speculate IMO. If I had to guess id say that it wont happen, but by like a 70/30 margin, not 99/1.