BitPay Stock

BitPay is a leading cryptocurrency payment platform that offers comprehensive solutions for individuals and businesses to manage digital transactions. The platform facilitates the buying, storing, and spending of cryptocurrencies through user-friendly applications, including a dedicated crypto debit card. Aimed at enhancing the financial flexibility of its users, BitPay supports seamless integration of cryptocurrency payments into everyday transactions.

Founded: 2011

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BitPay Company Overview

Founded to simplify the adoption of cryptocurrencies in everyday transactions, BitPay stands out as a robust platform for both individuals and businesses interested in leveraging the benefits of digital currencies. BitPay's ecosystem includes functionalities such as a crypto wallet for secure storage and management, a crypto debit card that converts Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies into dollars, and services that enable businesses to accept crypto payments both online and in retail settings. Key offerings include the ability to buy over 60 types of cryptocurrencies directly through the app, integrated bill payment services that allow users to pay for a variety of expenses directly with crypto, and a merchant directory to foster the use of cryptocurrencies in a wider array of commerce scenarios. For businesses, BitPay extends beyond payment processing to include billing solutions, crypto payroll services, and customer rewards programs, emphasizing its role in blockchain-based financial solutions. The platform is particularly noted for its strong emphasis on security and user control, advocating for non-custodial wallets that ensure users retain control over their digital assets. With a global reach and a commitment to promoting the adoption of cryptocurrencies, BitPay offers a gateway for both seasoned investors and newcomers to navigate the cryptocurrency landscape effectively.

Management Team

Stephen Pair Co-Founder and CEO
Glen Braganza CFO
Sonny Singh CCO
Eden Doniger General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer
William Zielke CMO

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News

PayPal's Ethereum-based stablecoin, PYUSD, now accepted on BitPay

PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL) USD (PYUSD), the U.S. dollar-denominated stablecoin issued by Paxos Trust and powered by PayPal, has been officially added to BitPay's list of supported cryptocurrencies, expanding the payment options for the platform's merchants and consumers. The integration of PYUSD into BitPay's system was announced on Wednesday, marking another significant step in PayPal's ongoing expansion into the cryptocurrency sector.

BitPay launches “game-changing” BillPay service

BitPay, the world’s largest provider of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency payment services, has launched BitPay Bill Pay. The service has been designed to allow cryptocurrency users to pay bills directly from their crypto wallets, as part of a more streamlined and efficient product.

BitPay and Method Financial Partner on Cryptocurrency Bill Pay Solution

BitPay has launched a Bill Pay solution that enables users to pay their bills with cryptocurrency. Bill Pay allows users to make payments to over 5,000 service providers, directly from a self-custody wallet application, the provider of bitcoin and cryptocurrency payment services said in a Tuesday (Aug. 8) press release. This removes the need for banks and wires and also simplifies the payment process.

BitPay To Pay $1M to New York’s Financial Services Department

Crypto exchange Coinbase, which disclosed receipt of an SEC Wells notice last month, was not the only major crypto company in the regulatory crosshairs. Payments provider BitPay was dealing with its own regulatory troubles.

BitPay Announces Partnership with Moonpay

BitPay and MoonPay, leading bitcoin and cryptocurrency payments infrastructure providers, have partnered “to provide BitPay users with significantly increased ways to buy cryptocurrency instantly, and at great rates."

Study Shows Merchants That Accept Bitcoin Attract New Customers and Sales

BitPay shared the results of a study from Forrester Consulting entitled “The Total Economic Impact™ Of Accepting Bitcoin Using BitPay”.

BitPay Expands Wallet App Features with Wyre Integration

BitPay announced a new feature enabling users to buy cryptocurrency using a debit card or Apply Pay from within the BitPay Wallet App using Wyre.

Live-Streaming Service Twitch Gives Subscribers 10% Discount if They Pay With Cryptocurrency

The live-streaming service Twitch is now offering a 10% subscription discount for people who register with cryptocurrency; the new option leverages the BitPay payment processor.

BitPay Named Atlanta Inno’s “50 on Fire” Winner

BitPay, the world’s largest provider of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency payment services, today announced the company is one of Atlanta Inno’s “50 on Fire.”

Bitpay Reveals Crypto-to-Fiat Prepaid Mastercard, Firm's Flagship Visa Card Ends in December

Bitpay just announced the firm is launching a prepaid Mastercard that can be loaded with a variety of digital assets.

BitPay Partners With Binance to Support BUSD Payments Around the World

BitPay and Binance have partnered to provide the payment firm’s 2 million individual and merchant customers with access to Binance’s stablecoin BUSD.

BitPay Launches In-Store Crypto Payments With New POS Partnership

Blockchain payments provider BitPay is now taking its service into bricks-and-mortar stores.

BitPay Integration Lets Users Buy Gold With Cryptocurrency

OneGold, an online marketplace for buying, selling and redeeming precious metals, announced a partnership with BitPay on Jan. 13 that will allow crypto users to purchase gold and other valuable metals on Android and iOS devices.

American Cancer Society Partners With BitPay to Accept Bitcoin Donations

Non-profit cancer research organization American Cancer Society is now accepting bitcoin donations through its collaboration with global blockchain payments provider BitPay.

BitPay now lets merchants accept three stablecoins, including Gemini dollar

Blockchain payments processor BitPay has added support for three stablecoins – Circle’s USD coin (USDC), the Gemini dollar (GUSD) and Paxos Standard token (PAX).

BitPay to add support for XRP later this year

Blockchain payments provider BitPay will add support for XRP, the world’s third-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, by the end of this year.

FanDuel to accept bitcoin deposits via BitPay

FanDuel, the sports-betting technology giant, will start supporting bitcoin deposits, according to a BitPay press release.

Blockchain Will Integrate BitPay's System For Wallet Payments

The largest wallet provider, Blockchain, partnered with the largest bitcoin payment processor, BitPay.

AT&T Teams With BitPay to Accept Bill Payments in Crypto

AT&T’s Death Star logo may have really been a moon after all, with the telecom giant announcing Thursday that it will accept bill payments in the form of crypto by way of BitPay.

US Income Tax Payers Can Now Get Refunds in Bitcoin - CoinDesk

Income tax payers in the U.S. now have the option to receive their federal and state refunds in bitcoin through Bitpay and Refundo.

Amazon-Owned Twitch Removes Crypto Payments for Subscriptions

Amazon-owned live streaming video platform Twitch.tv has reportedly removed its cryptocurrency payment option for subscriptions.

Fortune 500 giant Avnet partners with BitPay to accept Bitcoin (BTC) and Bitcoin Cash (BCH) payments

Avnet, a leading technology company is the latest to boost the mainstream adoption of two of the world’s major cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin (BTC) and Bitcoin Cash (BCH).

Center Source works with BitPay to speed up their international payments to Latin America

By working with BitPay, Center Source has been able to attract new global customers by bringing together the power of BitPay payments with sophisticated nearshore call center solutions.

BookMauritiusHotels Now Accepts Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash for Payments Through BitPay: XRP, ETH and LTC Coming Soon

The leading travel platform for booking hotels in Mauritius announces that it has started accepting Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash for payments.

Bitcoin Contributes 95% Of BitPay's Business, CEO Confirms

Bitcoin payment processor BitPay conducts almost all its business using Bitcoin (BTC), its CEO has revealed in a marked U-turn on previous claims. BitPay Bitcoin payment processor BitPay conducts almost all its business using Bitcoin (BTC), its CEO has revealed in a marked U-turn on previous claims.

BitPay: An introduction to the largest Bitcoin payment processor

With the rise of Bitcoin, merchants needed a way to securely accept payments using Bitcoin (BTC) and Bitcoin Cash (BCH). BitPay was born.

Wikipedia Now Accepts Bitcoin Cash Donations via Bitpay

Users from all over the world can now support the widely popular free encyclopedia Wikipedia with bitcoin cash donations via Bitpay.

An exclusive look inside BitPay

Bitpay hasn’t publicly discussed any kind of IPO but according to documents exclusively obtained by CoinGeek, it is suffering from some of the same problems as Bitmain.

Onfido | Onfido partners with BitPay to power secure payments in Bitcoin

Onfido, the award-winning global identity verification platform, today announced a partnership with BitPay to accept payment in Bitcoin. BitPay is also using Onfido’s technology to meet Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements and onboard new users to its platform swiftly and securely.

BitPay Sees Record Year for Revenue in 2018, with $1 Billion in Transactions

BitPay announced another record year along with key accomplishments and expansion of the payment processing platform for 2018.

BitPay Has Record Year for Revenue in 2018 - Processes $1 Billion in Payments

BitPay announced today they processed over $1 billion in payments in 2018, setting a new record for the company.

BitPay CCO: Bitcoin’s 20X Price Rise in 2018 Was ‘A Pretty Big Anomaly’

On Thursday (January 10th), following the drop in Bitcoin's price below the $4,000 level, Bloomberg TV's "Bloomberg Technology" show featured a segment called "The Future of Bitcoin After a Sudden Tumble."

MovoChain Enables Purchases and Instant Peer-to-Peer Spend with Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash Through BitPay

MovoCash™, the creator of MOVO®, a mobile payments platform and app, today announced the company is enabling Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash purchases and peer-to-peer top-ups, powered by BitPay, the largest global blockchain payments provider.