{"id":584722,"date":"2024-10-07T16:14:23","date_gmt":"2024-10-07T16:14:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/?p=584722"},"modified":"2024-10-07T16:14:23","modified_gmt":"2024-10-07T16:14:23","slug":"paypal-executes-first-business-payment-with-pyusd-stablecoin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/insidebitcoins.com\/news\/paypal-executes-first-business-payment-with-pyusd-stablecoin","title":{"rendered":"PayPal Executes First Business Payment with PYUSD Stablecoin"},"content":{"rendered":"

PayPal has marked a significant advancement in corporate payments by completing its first business transaction utilizing its stablecoin, PayPal USD (PYUSD). The achievement demonstrates the potential of digital currencies to enhance the efficiency of cross-border payments. In this endeavor, PayPal collaborated with Ernst & Young LLP<\/a> to settle an invoice using PYUSD, setting a precedent for digital currencies in the corporate world.<\/p>\n

PayPal’s Strategic Moves Boost Adoption of Crypto Payments<\/h2>\n

PayPal has been involved in the cryptocurrency sector since 2014, initially enabling users to make transactions using a limited number of cryptocurrencies. However, the company has recently ramped up its efforts to promote the use of crypto for payments. One of the most notable steps in this direction was the introduction of its own stablecoin, PayPal USD (PYUSD)<\/a>, in August 2023. This launch clearly indicated the company’s intention to attract more crypto investors and expand its user base in the digital asset space.<\/p>\n

In September 2024, PayPal unveiled another development that signals its commitment to further integrating cryptocurrency into its payment solutions. The firm announced that its merchant customers would now be able to buy, sell, and hold cryptocurrencies directly from their merchant wallets. This capability opens new opportunities for businesses to adopt crypto payments, making PayPal a more versatile platform for both individual and business users.<\/p>\n

PayPal’s impact is far-reaching, given its expansive user base of over 400 million customers and 36 million merchant accounts worldwide. The company’s substantial market presence positions it to drive widespread adoption of crypto payments across various regions. Additionally, with a market capitalization close to $80 billion, PayPal currently commands around 45% of the global payments market share, cementing its role as a key player in the industry. This influence has not only set a precedent for traditional finance (TradFi) firms shifting toward digital assets but has also motivated other payment processors to explore similar strategies.<\/p>\n

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⚡️NEW: PayPal completes its first transaction using its $PYUSD<\/a> stablecoin.<\/p>\n

On Sept. 23, PayPal used its PYUSD stablecoin to pay an invoice to Ernst & Young LLP via SAP's digital currency hub, enabling instant, 24\/7 digital payments. pic.twitter.com\/aDwBNLZoGi<\/a><\/p>\n

— Cointelegraph (@Cointelegraph) October 3, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n