The essence of summertime is captured not just by the blazing sun and the gentle caress of ocean waves, but also by the vibrant buzz encircling the cryptocurrency realm. This vibrant period has been marked by a series of thrilling updates, innovations, and events that have the crypto community on the edge of their seats. Our current digest is primed to guide you through these captivating developments, spotlighting BitPay’s endeavors, pivotal industry news, and a plethora of events you’d regret missing. From BitPay’s active involvement in prestigious conferences like the Litecoin Summit and the Bitcoin Conference, to introducing cutting-edge financial solutions and delivering insightful industry reports, this compilation is your gateway to staying abrementioned in the dynamic world of cryptocurrency.
Embark on this exhilarating journey with us and secure your place at the forefront of the crypto evolution!
In This Issue:
BitPay in the Spotlight
This month, delve into the latest announcements emanating from BitPay’s quarters:
Industry News
Stay abreast with the latest narratives traversing the blockchain terrain:
BitPay at Litecoin Summit
July 24th – 25th | Nashville
We’re beyond excited to reveal BitPay’s participation at the forthcoming Litecoin Summit 2024, slated for July 24-25 in the musical heart of Tennessee, Nashville. This premier assembly will congregate the crème de la crème of innovators, thought catalysts, and Litecoin aficionados for a two-day expedition through riveting conversations and unparalleled networking sessions. Our own Merrick Theobald, VP of Marketing, is poised to elucidate the significant impact of BitPay and Litecoin within the cryptosphere. Seize this incredible chance to mingle with industry pioneers and uncover the newest in crypto advancements.
→ Get your pass to the Litecoin Summit
BitPay at Bitcoin 2024
July 25th – 27th | Nashville
It’s with great enthusiasm that we announce BitPay’s appearance at Bitcoin 2024, happening from July 25-27 in Nashville, Tennessee, at the renowned Music City Center. This hallmark event promises to set a new precedent for the Bitcoin community, uniting over 20,000 enthusiasts, 400 sponsors, and 2,000 companies. Gear up for an event replete with insightful discourse, plentiful networking avenues, and the opportunity to witness Bitcoin’s latest evolutionary leap.
→ Get your pass to the Bitcoin Conference
Finnmont Partners with BitPay
Our collaboration with Finmont is a testament to BitPay’s commitment to expanding the horizons of cryptocurrency payments. This synergy between BitPay and Finmont empowers the latter to embed cryptocurrency payment mechanisms within its offerings. This fusion is set to elevate Finmont’s services by offering clientele robust, seamless, and secure crypto payment avenues, thereby broadening digital currency’s utility and footprint in the financial domain.
Download The 2024 BitPay Spending Report
Were you aware that the first quarter of 2024 witnessed a 20% surge in cryptocurrency payments? Our latest BitPay spending report offers a microscope into the evolving dynamics of payments across various industries, preferred cryptocurrencies, blockchains, regional trends, and other captivating spending insights.
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Product Focus: Pay Bills with Crypto
Transform the way you pay your bills by employing Bill Pay, BitPay’s innovative solution allowing for the payment of virtually any bill using 100+ cryptocurrencies. Whether it’s credit card dues, student loans, mortgages, utility bills, or car payments, transition into the future of financial transactions with ease and flexibility.
→ Get the app or sign up at BitPay.com to get started
Questions to Ask Your Payment Processor
Selecting a crypto payments partner is a crucial decision fraught with potential pitfalls. Equip yourself with the critical questions necessary for evaluating prospective partners and ensuring their reliability and trustworthiness.
Question #16: Does your company have to take custody of crypto?
Read the overview here or download our expanded guide of questions to aid in identifying a reliable and trustworthy crypto partnership.
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Word of the Month: Self-Custody
In the world of cryptocurrency, self-custody signifies the absolute control individuals hold over their private keys, thus their digital wealth, without intermediary involvement. Adopting self-custody enhances your security and privacy, ensuring only you can access your funds. BitPay Wallet embodies this concept, offering backup solutions and secure transaction capabilities, empowering users to independently and safely manage their crypto holdings.
→ Read more about the merits of self-custodying your crypto
Travel with Crypto
In an exhilarating leap towards mainstream crypto adoption, BitPay Travel, in collaboration with Xeni, opens up a whole new world where crypto enthusiasts can seamlessly pay for flights, hotels, rental cars, and activities. Dive into a realm where unparalleled prices meet the convenience of crypto payments.
Merchant Shoutouts
This month’s highlight reel of merchants integrating crypto payments into their offerings:
Explore APMEX’s vast array of silver and gold, encompassing pop culture collectibles. Dive into OneGold for direct ownership of vaulted gold, silver, and platinum at incredibly low costs. Domain acquisitions are streamlined with Namecheap’s straightforward process. Ready to introduce crypto payments into your Shopify venture? BitPay streamlines the process. Instantly deploy robust cloud servers, cloud GPUs, bare metal, and cloud storage solutions worldwide with Vultr. Shape your business identity with BrandBucket’s creative naming solutions. Enjoy hassle-free shopping from US stores with Qwintry’s reliable international shipping.
Not a current BitPay merchant?
Connect with a BitPay representative today to explore how you can revolutionize your business with cryptocurrency payments.
As we wrap up this issue, it’s evident that the crypto world is not just about numbers and transactions. It’s about the community, the innovation, and the revolutionary shift towards a more inclusive financial ecosystem. From the bustling floors of international conferences to the intimate space of our digital wallets, the threads of transformation weave a compelling narrative of progress and promise. For those daring enough to ride the crest of this monumental wave, the horizon is replete with opportunities yet to be discovered.
For more thrilling news articles and to stay on the pulse of cutting-edge developments in the decentralized finance space, be sure to visit DeFi Daily News.
Untether your curiosity, embrace the shift, and let’s pave the way to a future where technology and finance converge in harmony. Dive deep into the heart of innovation, for in this realm of endless possibilities, your next discovery could just be the catalyst for change. Happy exploring!
