Tampa Bay’s Bitcoin community accelerates a circular economy, linking merchants, nonprofits and peer-to-peer payments to keep crypto value local and boost financial inclusion across the region.
Square will give a $50 Bitcoin reward to the first 20,000 merchants who opt into BTC conversions, aiming to accelerate crypto acceptance among retailers and test merchant demand for bitcoin payouts.
ACI Worldwide has integrated BitPay, enabling merchants to accept Bitcoin and major stablecoins at checkout. The move expands payment options, offers crypto-to-fiat settlement, and aims to cut costs and boost global reach.
At Bitcoin 2024 in Nashville, a landmark demo processed the world’s first Bitcoin payment on a Square terminal, signaling a leap for merchant adoption and seamless point-of-sale crypto transactions.
OKX SG launches USDT and USDC scan-to-pay across Singapore, letting consumers spend stablecoins at everyday merchants – a measured move to normalize crypto payments in daily retail.
Stores can accept Bitcoin, but merchants must weigh volatility, payment processors, tax reporting, and security. This guide explains setup options, POS tools, and compliance steps for accepting crypto.