The era of crypto is now. More than ever before, customers and merchants are using cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other altcoins in staggering amounts. Cryptocurrencies are decentralized and reliable, allowing instantaneous international transactions without as many security risks as traditional credit or debit card transactions. If you want your eCommerce store to accept crypto payments, good choice! But you’ll need a cryptocurrency payment gateway to make it happen. Let’s break down cryptocurrency payment gateways and explore what you need to look for in a great payment gateway for your…
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Crypto to the moon? More like crypto to the “metaverse” — Frank Holmes
Renowned global investor Frank Holmes talks gold vs. bitcoin, the evolution of money, and the current trends disrupting the financial industry, in the latest episode of Off the Ledger with Jason Butcher. Don’t miss the chance to watch Off the Ledger’s newest episode with renowned investor Frank Holmes, which is now live on CoinPayments Media and Spotify! In the past two years, there has been a lot of excitement around cryptocurrency, bitcoin, and blockchain. Beyond the buzzwords however, lies a complicated process of coding, creating, and ‘mining’. So what…
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Mobile apps have become a core sales, marketing channel for many brands in the age of eCommerce, known to enhance accessibility and build customer loyalty. However, merchants may not always have the time and resources to create an app for their business. That’s where Vajro comes in. Vajro is a next-generation mobile app platform that allows businesses to deliver an omnichannel, mobile shopping experience to customers. Through Vajro’s user-friendly platform, merchants can build native apps for their Shopify store without writing a single line of code. Beyond enabling businesses to…
Read MoreUSDT, TUSD, USDC, and Other TRC-20 Tokens are Now Available on The CoinPayments Platform
We’re excited to announce that CoinPayments has added support for TRC-20 tokens so our merchants can now accept TRC-20 based USDT, TUSD, USDC, and other tokens on the TRON blockchain. Since 2017, the TRON Foundation has been dedicated to building the infrastructure for a truly decentralized Internet where the TRON Protocol offers scalable, high-availability, and high-throughput support that serves as the foundation for all decentralized applications in the TRON ecosystem. The blockchain also uses an innovative, pluggable smart contract platform with improved compatibility, scalability, and accessibility. Being one of the…
Read MoreHow Simplifying Blockchain CAN Actually Save The World – Anthony Day
IBM blockchain partner, podcast host, and industry expert Anthony Day, explains how keeping it simple and relatable can drive worldwide blockchain adoption in the latest episode of Off the Ledger with Jason Butcher. Don’t miss the chance to watch Off the Ledger’s newest episode with blockchain expert Anthony Day of IBM, which is now live on CoinPayments Media and Spotify! Words like blockchain and crypto have been in heavy circulation recently, but there’s still a gap in knowledge of their multi-layered use cases. The lack of awareness in the space…
Read MoreHow a Bitcoin Transaction Works
Within the last few years, Bitcoin (BTC) has become an incredibly popular currency, and not a day goes by without making headlines. More and more people learn about Bitcoin and its many benefits for consumers, merchants, and national economies every day. But despite its seeming ubiquity, not everyone is familiar with Bitcoin’s algorithm or how a Bitcoin transaction works. CoinPayments explains the inner workings of a simple Bitcoin transaction below and provides a foundational vocabulary for understanding the crypto market and Bitcoin network. Important Definitions For Understanding a Bitcoin Transaction…
Read MoreHow To Accept Bitcoin for ECommerce
Introduction Bitcoin is almost synonymous with the rise of cryptocurrency in the public imagination. From its humble beginnings in 2009 to its bumps and staggers until 2017, when it truly became the giant it is today, it has always been an intriguing case study in cryptocurrency. It is the most popular cryptocurrency, so then comes the question: what can you do with it? Well, unsurprisingly, you can use it as currency. Business owners need to consider accepting Bitcoin and other digital currencies on their eCommerce platform. This article will explain…
Read MoreSet Up An Ethereum Wallet: Tips and Tricks
Ethereum is an extremely popular cryptocurrency. As one of the many cryptocurrencies available today – among them Bitcoin, Litecoin, Dash, Ripple, and Dogecoin – it was originally developed to help with cloud-based processing to execute code. However, it is now one of the most popular cryptocurrencies traded and mined today. If you are considering setting up an Ethereum wallet, there are some tips and tricks to know that will help you figure out what’s best for you. Let us take the guesswork out of setting up a crypto wallet for…
Read MoreWhat is a Merchant Account and How to Open One
Merchant Accounts Defined Understanding all the complexities of business management isn’t easy. But a merchant account is essential for running a smooth and secure establishment. A traditional merchant account is a commercial bank account specifically for businesses to make and accept electronic payments. Essentially, merchant accounts allow companies to accept credit and debit card transactions, among other forms of electronic payments. But how exactly does a merchant transaction work? And why is a merchant account needed for a business to accept electronic payments? How Does a Merchant Account Work? When…
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