BitPay Enables Global Support For XRP, Revolutionizing Cross-Border Payments

BitPay adds XRP support for global instant transactions, unlocking a new era of global and cross-border payments.
By Coingape Staff
Updated 1 day ago
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In a game-changing move, BitPay, a leading crypto-payment platform, has unveiled its worldwide embrace of XRP, a prominent cryptocurrency that has gained substantial traction in the market. Effective immediately, BitPay users can seamlessly purchase XRP, securely store it using self-custody within the BitPay Wallet, engage in gift card transactions, execute XRP swaps, and engage in transactions with BitPay merchants.

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BitPay Embraces XRP Worldwide

This announcement marks a significant leap for both users and merchants. Merchants across the board can now effortlessly welcome XRP payments from a network of over 100 wallets. The integration process will be effortlessly streamlined, with the BitPay Wallet and merchant settings automatically reflecting the update. Neither users nor merchants need to undertake any extra steps to initiate XRP utilization and acceptance.

The timing of this announcement aligns intriguingly with Ripple’s recent legal triumph. The company secured a partial victory in its ongoing legal battle against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This ruling, offering a measure of regulatory clarity, is a beacon of hope for the cryptocurrency industry.

BitPay’s decision to integrate XRP into its platform underscores the transformative potential of cryptocurrencies in reshaping the global financial landscape. With cross-border payments emerging as a prominent use case, the intersection of digital assets and payments technology is poised to revolutionize how value is transmitted across the world.

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XRP Winning In Cross-Border Payments

XRP’s prowess in cross-border payments efficiency has been on a steady rise. According to Ripple’s 2023 New Value Report, 44% of survey participants anticipate payments to serve as the primary driver for crypto adoption. In addition, nearly half of those surveyed consider cross-border payments as one of the most promising use cases for cryptocurrencies.

The current landscape of payments, particularly cross-border transactions, remains entangled with traditional systems that demand days for transactions to fully settle. In stark contrast, the advent of blockchain and digital asset technologies has paved the way for a frictionless global infrastructure. Payments can now be conducted across borders at any given moment, ensuring instantaneous transfers, reduced fees, and comprehensive visibility.

XRP token price stands at $0.6007, with more than a 4% decrease in the last 24 hours. However, sentiments are quite high for the token due to the ongoing legal battle with the SEC, with significant support in favor of XRP.

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