November is here and the holiday season is in full swing! This month, we’ll give you a sneak peek at the latest cryptocurrency news, exciting updates from BitPay, and the best Black Friday deals you can get with crypto. Get ready to shop smarter, stay safer, and celebrate the season with your favorite cryptocurrency-friendly merchants.
In this issue:
industry news
Read news from across the blockchain industry.
Shop Black Friday deals with cryptocurrency
This year’s Black Friday lineup is packed with cryptocurrency discounts from your favorite merchants!
Marc Gebauer Lifestyle GmbH
Up to 60% off watch and perfume bundles! The biggest sale of the year is here! Find unbeatable discounts on luxury watches, perfume, jewelry and fashion all in one place. Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your collection. Special price starts from November 29th to December 2nd.
dressage shop
Rolex Watches: In stock and ready to ship. Choose from over 500 styles and save up to 15%! Special price starts from November 8th to December 24th.
eGifter
Earn Double Points on all gift cards* purchased on eGifter.com using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Redeem your points right away to get immediate discounts or save them for later use. * Restrictions apply. Special price starts from November 28th to December 3rd.
Brand Bucket
Free logo design with domain purchase ($250 value)
Customers who purchase or lease a domain name from BrandBucket.com between November 22, 2024 and December 6, 2024 and mention the deal free logo will receive a custom logo design worth $250. After filling out a short questionnaire about their logo design preferences, customers are given over 30 design concepts to choose from. Deal valid from 11/22 to 12/06.
Here are some of our favorite deals: Check out our full scoop on even more amazing offers to maximize your savings this holiday season.
→ See more Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals
Product updates: L2 network support and UI updates for BitPay wallet
BitPay Wallet now offers expanded support for layer 2 networks including Arbitrum, Base, and Optimism, making navigating the Web3 ecosystem easier than ever. These networks offer faster transactions and lower fees, opening up new possibilities for cryptocurrency management. Along with these updates, we’ve streamlined the wallet interface to make it more intuitive and user-friendly. Explore the enhancements and see how BitPay Wallet is evolving to meet your cryptocurrency needs.
→ Find out more about updates
The Farm at Okefenokee
Experience The Farm at Okefenokee, where sustainable living and community thrive together on 705 acres of regenerative farmland. Enjoy a modern, self-sufficient lifestyle with like-minded neighbors and fellow Bitcoin users.
- Self-sufficiency: Produce your own food, water and energy.
- Community: Live with fellow Bitcoin users.
- Off-grid living: Modern amenities are included.
- security: A safe haven from the modern world.
Secure your cabin at The Farm with Bitcoin
The Farm has partnered with BitPay so you can secure your rooms using Bitcoin.
→ Join Okefenokee’s Farm
Seller Spotlight: Simply Jet
With offices in Lausanne, Zurich, Paris and London, Simply Jet serves customers worldwide by offering private jet and helicopter charters, group charters, aircraft sales and acquisitions, as well as the Nova Jet card for frequent travellers. . Our 24/7 flight consultants provide tailored solutions, ensuring each customer’s needs are met with professionalism and consideration.
Simply Jet has been accepting cryptocurrency payments since partnering with BitPay in 2021, giving customers even greater flexibility and confidentiality in their transactions.
→ Book your flight with Simply Jet
Why not get cryptocurrency back for something you’re already doing? Activate your Stack Mobile account today and earn an extra $25 in cryptocurrency! You can also earn up to 15% in cryptocurrency every month.
→ Sign up for Stack Mobile
Questions to ask your payment processor
Don’t risk partnering with the wrong cryptocurrency payment provider. Arm yourself with the right questions to ask when researching potential partners.
Question #22: What settlement options are available?
Read our overview here or download our expanded questions guide to help you find a trustworthy cryptocurrency partner.
→ Get the e-book
A glimpse into Bitcoin history
Since its creation in 2009, Bitcoin has revolutionized the financial landscape as the first decentralized cryptocurrency. As a pioneer in digital payments, Bitcoin introduced the world to the possibilities of blockchain technology and reshaped the way we think about money. Its cultural significance continues to grow, helping individuals and businesses embrace a decentralized financial future.
→ Learn more about the history of Bitcoin
Travel with cryptocurrency
BitPay Travel is now open to everyone! In partnership with Xeni, BitPay Travel will allow cryptocurrency users to pay for flights, hotels, rental cars, and activities with cryptocurrency. Book travel at low prices and pay directly from your cryptocurrency wallet.
Seller’s Call
Check out this month’s seller news.
- Shop APMEX’s popular silver and gold categories, including pop culture collectibles. Shop now!
- OneGold allows you to own vaulted gold, silver and platinum directly at a very low cost. Start your free account today.
- Buy your domain name with Namecheap today!
- Are you ready to accept cryptocurrency in your Shopify business? Get started with the BitPay app today!
- Instantly deploy high-performance cloud servers, cloud GPUs, bare metal, and cloud storage globally with Vultr. New users receive $100 to test the platform.
- Name your business using BrandBucket.
- Shop in U.S. stores with Qwintry and get your products delivered to your home reliably.
Not a current BitPay merchant?
Contact a BitPay representative today
developer news
SDK release
general details
- Python 3.8 is removed from Python SDK v7.0.0.
- Python 3.13 is now supported in Python SDK v6.1.1.
upcoming releases
- WooCommerce plugin v6.0.0 release is imminent and includes:
- Webhook validation
- Latest SDK
- Support package download function
- Magento plugin v10.0.0 is being updated to support SDK v9.0.x.