Cryptocurrency adoption has been growing steadily, and several companies across various industries now accept it as a form of payment. Here are some notable ones:
Microsoft: The tech giant started accepting cryptocurrency deposits into usersβ Microsoft accounts back in 2014. Customers can use their cryptocurrency to purchase movies, games, apps, and other entertainment on the Xbox and Windows stores.
T-Mobile: In 2018, T-Mobile allowed parts of Europe to top up their prepaid phones using cryptocurrency. This move serves as a test run to explore expanding cryptocurrency payment gateways to more regions globally.
Virgin Galactic: Richard Bransonβs space travel company accepts Bitcoin for its spaceflights. While most of us canβt afford the hefty $250,000 ticket price, itβs encouraging to see major tech companies like Virgin Galactic embracing cryptocurrency as a payment option.
Dish: Dish, the American television provider, took the risk of accepting Bitcoin early (in 2014). If youβre a TV watcher in the U.S., chances are youβve interacted with Dishβs services.
AT&T: As of 2019, AT&T became the first major American telecommunications company to accept cryptocurrency payments through BitPay.
Burger King (Venezuela): Burger King outlets in Venezuela partnered with Cryptobuyer to accept cryptocurrencies as a mode of payment.
AMC Theatres: Since November 2021, AMC movie theaters have been accepting crypto payments for movie tickets.
CheapAir: This budget travel agency has been an early adopter of cryptocurrencies, accepting Bitcoin as far back as 2013.
ExpressVPN: The popular VPN service also allows customers to pay with cryptocurrencies.
Newegg.com: An online electronics retailer that accepts cryptocurrency payments.
Remember that this list is not exhaustive, and many other companies in various industries are embracing the crypto community. Whether itβs tech, fashion, travel, utilities, sports, entertainment, or commerce, more businesses are recognizing the benefits of accepting cryptocurrencies.