- Businesses can now accept over 100 cryptocurrencies with near-instant conversions.
- Pay with Crypto reduces transaction costs by up to 90%.
- US merchants are now connected to a $4T market and over 650M crypto users
Indeed, the latest stablecoin regulation in the United States was a game-changer.
Besides bolstering bullish momentum, the GENIUS Act has seen many firms stepping deeper into the future of fintech.
To support the increasing cryptocurrency adoption, PayPal has rolled out Pay with Crypto.
The new product will allow US-based merchants to accept payments in over 100 different coins, including stablecoins, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana.
PayPal has launched “Pay with Crypto,” enabling U.S. merchants to accept over 100 cryptocurrencies—including BTC, ETH, USDT, and SOL—with near-instant conversion to fiat or stablecoins and a low 0.99% transaction fee. pic.twitter.com/4Gi3cA2Dv4
— Wu Blockchain (@WuBlockchain) July 28, 2025
The best part. Businesses can automatically convert the received tokens to stablecoin or fiat with a 0.99% transaction fee.
The new feature reduces the costs traditionally linked to cross-border transactions.
Most businesses that operate internationally suffer from high fees, complex banking requirements, and delays.
PayPal aims to solve this through a smoother payment process.
It also unlocks global growth with a borderless customer base.
PayPal CEO and President Alex Chriss says:
Businesses of all sizes face incredible pressure when growing globally, from increased costs for accepting international payments to complex integrations. Today, we’re removing these barriers and helping every business of every size achieve its goals.
Solving the international payment crisis
Businesses globally lose billions yearly through international payment models.
Delayed settlements, unpredictable exchange rates, and credit card fees have dented global trade.
That is where Pay with Crypto comes in.
PayPal introduces instant crypto-to-stablecoin or fiat conversion in an already colossal financial infrastructure.
Furthermore, merchants will not have to worry about the technical side of digital asset transactions.
PayPal promises to handle everything, including minimizing volatility, to ensure simplicity without compromising speed and security.
Also, merchants can use PayPal’s Pay with Crypto to increase their profit margins.
For instance, they will enjoy up to 90% lower processing fees compared to credit cards.
Also, businesses that hold their funds as PYUSD (PayPal’s stablecoin) will earn rewards.
Chriss added:
Imagine a shopper in Guatemala buying a special gift from a merchant in Oklahoma City. Using PayPal’s open platform, the business can accept crypto, pay lower fees, and grow their business – all in one simple step.
What’s next?
All merchants in the US will access PayPal’s Pay with Crypto feature in the coming weeks, allowing them to receive payments in over 100 supported digital tokens.
Businesses can link with trusted wallets like Coinbase, Exodus, OKX, and MetaMask to enjoy instant conversion from crypto to stablecoins like USDT or fiat.
United States citizens will soon use digital currencies like ETH, BTC, and SOL to pay for goods and services.
Meanwhile, PayPal is establishing itself as a pioneer amid growing crypto adoption.
Recently, it integrated with Arbitrum to support PYUSD growth.
Moreover, OKX tapped PayPal to simplify cryptocurrency purchases across Europe.
These developments come as digital currencies gain ground in the financial landscape.
The global crypto market cap hovers at $3.93 trillion after correcting from recent highs above $4 trillion.
