BitPay and Banxa partner to expand cryptocurrency payments
Cryptocurrency payment service provider BitPay is collaborating with payment infrastructure provider Banxa to offer cryptocurrency payment options in multiple countries/regions around the world.
BitPay and Xsolla Partner to Integrate XRP Token for Gaming Payments
BitPay, a well-known cryptocurrency payment service provider, has teamed up with Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, to incorporate the XRP token. Xsolla now accepts XRP as a payment method for games such as Smitegame and Roblox, demonstrating the growing relevance of cryptocurrency in the gaming industry. BitPay will facilitate the integration of XRP, ensuring smooth connections with cryptocurrency wallets for users of the gaming platforms. This partnership began in 2014 when Xsolla started processing Bitcoin payments via BitPay and has since expanded to include various cryptocurrencies.
Roblox Now Accepts XRP as Payment Method for In-Game Purchases
Roblox, an online gaming platform with over 200 million monthly active users, has added XRP as a payment option. The announcement was made by BitPay on Twitter on October 17th. Xsolla, a Los Angeles-based company that manages in-game payments for Roblox, will partner with BitPay to facilitate the connection with crypto wallets.
Ferrari Starts Accepting Cryptocurrency Payments for Its Luxury Sports Cars in the U.S. and Plans to Extend the Scheme to Europe
Luxury carmaker Ferrari has begun accepting cryptocurrency payments for its vehicles in the US and plans to extend the scheme to Europe. The move comes in response to requests from wealthy customers, some of whom have built their fortunes around cryptocurrencies. Ferrari will use BitPay, one of the largest cryptocurrency payment processors, to ensure that virtual currencies come from legitimate sources and are not used for criminal activity or tax evasion. The company's marketing and commercial chief said the majority of its US dealers have already signed up to the scheme.