Payments

A survey by the National Cryptocurrency Association and PayPal finds that 39% of U.S. merchants accept digital assets, driven by customer demand. Most expect crypto payments to become standard within five years. Adoption is particularly strong among larger enterprises and younger demographics.

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Crypto-linked credit cards have seen explosive growth, with payment volumes surging from $100 million monthly in early 2023 to over $1.5 billion by late 2025. This trend bridges traditional payments and digital assets, onboarding new users while enhancing utility for crypto holders. However, their reliance on established rails raises questions about true innovation in finance.

Stripe has partnered with Crypto.com to enable merchants to accept cryptocurrency payments more easily. The integration allows businesses to receive payments in their local currency while customers use their preferred cryptocurrencies. This move aims to boost the accessibility of digital assets in everyday commerce.

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Sammy Kam Chi-sum, the primary architect of Hong Kong's contactless Octopus cards, is retiring after nearly 30 years at the end of this month. He envisions a 'tap-free' commute using ultra-wideband technology for seamless fare deduction. He will be succeeded by Nora Tang and Tracy Poon on New Year's Day.