Welcome to our monthly newsletter! Get ready for exciting updates from the BitPay team, including new merchants joining the cryptocurrency world. Let’s take a look at this month’s highlights!
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Latest insights from the BitPay blog:
BitPay welcomes you espresso display
BitPay is very excited to welcome this. espresso display As the latest BitPay merchant. Espresso Displays offers the world’s thinnest portable touchscreen monitors, known for their sleek design and high performance. Designed in Australia, this monitor meets a wide range of needs from professional to multimedia use and is compatible with multiple platforms and software. It’s ideal for mobile and hybrid work and requires only a single USB-C connection for setup.
Standing out in the digital marketplace, Espresso Displays embraces modern trends in digital transactions while accepting cryptocurrency payments through BitPay. These products, including the 4K Espresso 17 Pro and Espresso 13/15, are ideal for professionals looking for a portable and efficient display solution.
→ Sell espresso displays with cryptocurrency
Product Focus: Banxa
BtPay is pleased to announce our new partner, Banxa. Together, BitPay and Banxa are expanding the payment methods available to BitPay users online in the Wallet app and on the BitPay website.
Crypto communities across the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania can now pay for their crypto assets using local payment methods such as PayID, Interac e-transfer, SPEI, and more. These local payment options offer a more convenient way to pay than traditional methods.
→ Learn more about the BitPay x Banxa partnership.
Seller Spotlight: RM Sotheby’s
RM Sotheby’s The world’s best classic car auction house. Cars up for auction include rare antiques, classics, sports and race cars.
As the Porsche market continues its strong trajectory, RM Sotheby’s is pleased to unveil this. ‘White Collection’ Auction—A unique collection of rare Porsche models, all dressed in a dazzling shade of white.
→ To bid with cryptocurrency, visit RM Sotheby’s.
Charity Spotlight: #GivingTuesday
GivingTuesday, a day to celebrate generosity around the world, is November 28th. This month’s Charity Spotlight will focus on not just one nonprofit, but all nonprofits and charities that accept cryptocurrency. Donating in cryptocurrency is better for both parties in the transaction because more of your donation goes to the cause rather than payment processing fees.
→ Learn how to donate with cryptocurrency
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. Read our overview here or download our expanded questions guide to help you find a trustworthy cryptocurrency partner.
→ Get the e-book
Bitcoin halving countdown
Bitcoin halving is scheduled to take place in April 2024. The upcoming Bitcoin halving event presents merchants with a unique opportunity to capitalize on the growing interest in Bitcoin spending. By accepting Bitcoin payments through BitPay, merchants can tap into a growing customer base and benefit from a potential surge in Bitcoin transactions. Don’t miss this opportunity to get ahead and sign up for BitPay today.
Merchant Marketing Update: New Payment Display!
BitPay has updated its payment representation to include PayPal USD (PYUSD), one of its newest supported cryptocurrencies. Merchants who use the provided HTML snippet will automatically display the new checkout display. If you are not using the provided HTML snippet, we recommend updating it manually so your customers know they can pay with PYUSD.
→ Import a new payment display file
Word of the Month: Bitcoin Dominance
Bitcoin dominance is a measure of Bitcoin’s market capitalization in the overall cryptocurrency market. This indicator plays an important role in assessing the overall current state of a cryptocurrency. Investors often view BTC’s dominance as a factor in their investment strategies and portfolio allocations.
→ Learn more about Bitcoin dominance
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. Get low prices on all your travel bookings and enjoy the added benefit of paying directly from your cryptocurrency wallet.
A shout out from a Litecoin seller
We are proud to promote BitPay merchants that accept Litecoin payments! Our Litecoin sellers span a variety of industries and services, providing the Litecoin community with an easy, convenient, and secure way to spend LTC.
- Copart Co., Ltd. – Copart is a leading online vehicle auction company that offers a variety of cars, trucks, and SUVs and facilitates Litecoin payments through BitPay.
- Mecom Auction Co., Ltd. – Mecum Auctions, accessible at mecum.com, is known for its collector car auctions and facilitates transactions using Litecoin through BitPay.
- KINGGUIN DIGITAL LIMITED. – Kinguin.net is a popular marketplace for video games, software, and in-game items and supports Litecoin payments through BitPay.
- microsoft company – Microsoft, a leading technology company, supports Litecoin for a wide range of software and services through BitPay.
- Newegg Co., Ltd. – Newegg.com is a leading online retailer of computer hardware and consumer electronics that supports Litecoin payments through BitPay.
- amateur wrist – Wrist Lover offers premium luxury watches and supports Litecoin transactions through BitPay.
- Chainalysis Co., Ltd. – Blockchain analytics company Chainalytic supports Litecoin payments, facilitating secure cryptocurrency transactions through BitPay.
- Namesilo LLC – Namesilo, a cost-effective domain registration service, allows customers to use Litecoin for payments via BitPay.
- namecheap.com – Namecheap, a leading domain name registrar and web hosting company, supports Litecoin payments through BitPay.
- Exoclick SL – Exoclick, a leading advertising network, accepts Litecoin payments, providing flexibility to advertisers and publishers through BitPay.
- Quintree LLC – Qwintry, a global shipping service, facilitates international shopping with Litecoin payments via BitPay.
- APMEX Co., Ltd. – APMEX, an online precious metals retailer, accepts Litecoin payments for a variety of products through BitPay.
- treasure island coin – Treasure Island Coins offers a variety of precious metals and rare coins to facilitate Litecoin payments through BitPay.
- PWCC Marketplace LLC – PWCC Marketplace, a trusted platform for trading card enthusiasts, accepts Litecoin payments through BitPay.
- Vultr by The Constant Company LLC – Cloud hosting provider Vultr accepts Litecoin payments, offering a flexible hosting solution through BitPay.
- Expressco Services LLC – ExpressVPN, a leading VPN service provider, supports Litecoin payments for enhanced online privacy and security through BitPay.
- Host key BV – HOSTKEY, a global provider of server solutions and cloud services, accepts Litecoin payments through BitPay.
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