In June 2025, Shopify began allowing merchants to accept USD Coin (USDC), significantly simplifying cross-border transactions. This move leverages Coinbase's Base Network and addresses the high costs associated with traditional payment methods, enabling merchants to transact with international customers more easily. The USDC transactions promise lower fees compared to credit cards and quicker settlements, enhancing the merchant experience. Although this innovation presents significant advantages, challenges remain in fully integrating cryptocurrency into the global commerce landscape, particularly concerning regulations and market volatility.
Small businesses should be able to sell to a customer on the other side of the world as easily as their next-door neighbor.
USDC transactions have settled in a minute. Digital money is fast compared to payment card transactions.
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