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PayPal to allow merchants to accept crypto payments.

PayPal is enabling merchants to accept cryptocurrency payments, including over 100 different cryptocurrencies, with features rolling out imminently.

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Verified July 28, 2025
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The claim that PayPal will allow merchants to accept crypto payments is accurate and supported by multiple recent announcements and official sources. PayPal has introduced a 'Pay with Crypto' feature that enables U.S. Merchants to accept payments in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT, and USDC, among others.bloomberg.combloomberg.comPayPal to Roll Out ‘Pay With Crypto’ Feature for Merchantscryptobriefing.comcryptobriefing.comPayPal introduces 'Pay with Crypto' to let US merchants accept BTC, ETH, XRP,...fortune.comfortune.comPayPal to let U.S. businesses accept payment in more than 100 cryptocurrencies This functionality converts crypto payments into fiat currency at checkout, simplifying the process for merchants and customers.paypal.compaypal.comHow to accept cryptocurrency paymentspaypal.compaypal.comHow to use crypto at checkout?

The rollout is planned to begin imminently in the United States with expansion to Venmo and international markets expected later.ledgerinsights.comledgerinsights.com26 million PayPal merchants to accept cryptocurrency - Ledger Insights Additionally, PayPal has enabled business accounts to buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrencies directly.reuters.comreuters.comPayPal to allow cryptocurrency buying, holding and selling for US merchantspaymentsjournal.compaymentsjournal.comPayPal Brings Crypto Transactions to Merchants The breadth of supported cryptocurrencies exceeds 100 types, reflecting a significant expansion of PayPal's crypto capabilities.fortune.comfortune.comPayPal to let U.S. businesses accept payment in more than 100 cryptocurrencies

These developments are corroborated by reputable news outlets such as Reuters, Bloomberg, and Fortune Crypto as well as official PayPal communications.reuters.comreuters.comPayPal to allow cryptocurrency buying, selling and shopping on its networkbloomberg.combloomberg.comPayPal to Roll Out ‘Pay With Crypto’ Feature for Merchantsreuters.comreuters.comPayPal to allow cryptocurrency buying, holding and selling for US merchants There is no evidence contradicting this claim or suggesting it is misleading. The claim is time-sensitive but based on recent announcements from mid-2024 and 2025 indicating imminent or ongoing implementation.

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