September 18, 2025
Your September Newsletter for All Things BitPay and Crypto
The Important Bits
Welcome to the September edition of The Cryptie! Crypto adoption keeps gaining ground, with stablecoins powering more payments than ever and Solana support bringing faster, lower-cost transactions to the BitPay Wallet.
This month’s issue features insights from our State of Stablecoins Report, practical tips for merchants to market crypto acceptance, limited-time gift card deals, and a quick update on BitPay joining the Circle Alliance. Let’s dive in!
Industry News & Headlines
Industry News
Read news from across the blockchain industry:
Bitcoin on the Balance Sheet: Some corporations are weighing Bitcoin as a treasury asset, with some recommending small allocations (1–3%). Harvard Business Review)
Odell Beckham Jr.’s Bitcoin Bet Pays Off: The NFL star converted his entire $750K 2021 salary into Bitcoin when it was $64K. At current exchange rates, his paycheck could be worth over $1.2M. That is, if he held through the 2022 dip. (Investopedia)
SEC Delays Crypto ETF Decisions: The agency postponed rulings on Ethereum ETFs with staking features from BlackRock, Fidelity, and Franklin Templeton, as well as Franklin’s proposed Solana and XRP funds. Over 90 crypto ETF applications now await approval, despite growing institutional demand. (The Block)
Google Launches Finance-Focused Blockchain: Alphabet unveiled the Google Cloud Universal Ledger (GCUL), a blockchain aimed at institutions for capital markets and real-world asset tokenization. Positioned as a direct competitor to Ripple’s XRP Ledger, GCUL is in private testing with commercial rollout planned for 2026. (Motley Fool)
Strategy’s Bitcoin Treasury Hits $73B: Michael Saylor’s company now holds 638,985 BTC after a $60M purchase, cementing its role as the largest corporate Bitcoin holder. (CoinTelegraph)
Ripple Donates $25M in Stablecoin:Ripple pledged $25M in RLUSD to Accion Opportunity Fund and Hire Heroes USA to support small-business lending and veteran job programs. (Yahoo Finance)
BitPay in the News
AMBCrypto spotlighted BitPay’s data on stablecoin payments, noting that clear U.S. regulation is fueling adoption. Stablecoins now account for 40% of BitPay’s volume in 2025, up from 30% last year.
CryptoSlate featured BitPay’s perspective on crypto payments, highlighting how the company is tackling common hurdles like high fees and network complexity by expanding support for cost-efficient networks and boosting fee transparency.
Market Movers
A quick snapshot of notable market activity, trends, and cryptocurrencies driving headlines.
Buy, Store, Swap & Spend on Solana with BitPay
Solana payments are now live in the BitPay Wallet! You can buy, store, swap, and spend SOL, USDC, and USDT directly on Solana, all from one app. BitPay merchants now accept Solana-based payments too, unlocking one of crypto’s fastest-growing ecosystems.
This update brings faster, lower-cost transactions to users and merchants alike, and strengthens BitPay’s leadership in stablecoin payments.
With Solana support, you can:
Spend SOL, USDC, or USDT in-store, online, or on bills*
Buy Solana tokens at competitive rates via trusted partners*
Swap assets on the Solana network and across blockchains*
Store, send, and receive seamlessly on Solana
Cash out to fiat with PayPal, bank, or debit card
Pay merchants with nearly any Solana wallet (Phantom, Solflare, Backpack, and more)
Coming soon: Businesses will also be able to use Solana for payouts, expanding options for affiliates, vendors, and employees.
→ Read our guide to using Solana in the BitPay Wallet
*Geographic restrictions apply. Not available to NY residents. See terms and conditions for more information
BitPay’s State of Stablecoins 2025 Report [Exclusive Stablecoin Stats Inside]
BitPay’s new State of Stablecoins Report reveals that nearly 40% of all BitPay payments and payouts in 2025 have used stablecoins.
That’s not just growth. It’s business adoption in action. From merchants to enterprises, stablecoins are reshaping how money moves.
Dive into the full report to explore the latest trends, use cases, and what’s next for stablecoins in global payments.
BitPay Joins the Circle Alliance
We’re excited to announce that BitPay is now part of the Circle Alliance Program, a global network advancing real-world use cases for stablecoins like USDC and EURC.
As a member, BitPay brings over a decade of crypto payments experience, helping businesses accept stablecoin payments and send global payouts with speed, transparency, and lower costs.
Limited-Time Offer: 5% Boost on Select Gift Cards
Now, through the end of September, get 5% more when you buy select gift cards with crypto in the BitPay app! Use your favorite coins to score extra value on brands including Airbnb, Delta, GrubHub, Hotels.com, and One4all. Terms and conditions apply.
Offer ends September 30th - don’t miss out! Check the BitPay app each month for more boosted gift cards.
Crypto Marketing Tips for Merchants
According to a Forrester Study, merchants who promote crypto acceptance can attract up to 40% more new customers and double their average order value. Each month, we’ll share a quick tip to help you maximize those results.
Make crypto payments clear at checkout with a BitPay badge
Use BitPay’s official brand assets to let customers know you accept Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins, and more. These ready-to-use materials make it easy to promote your crypto acceptance.
Merchant Shoutouts
Highlighting merchants driving crypto adoption and exciting promotions.
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Buy a domain name with Namecheap today!
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Use BrandBucket to name your business.
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BitPay Travel
BitPay Travel is now open to all! In collaboration with Xeni, BitPay Travel allows crypto users to pay for flights, hotels, rental cars, and activities with their cryptocurrency. Book your travel at great prices and pay straight from your cryptocurrency wallet.
Developer Notes
SDK Releases
eCommerce Plugin Releases
Security Notes
BitPay has reviewed the dependencies used on our Node.js SDK and no security notices have been revealed related to the recent supply chain attack. The practices implemented on the Node.js SDK include:
Dependencies are pinned to specific versions
Final packages use
npm cito utilize locked dependency versionsDependabot package scans run weekly
Opening a pull request runs an
npm auditand will fail on ahighorcriticalvulnerability
Upcoming Releases
The next version of the Node.js SDK upgrades Zod to version 4 which is smaller, and faster in some cases (notes)
General Notes
Note: All information herein is for educational purposes only, and shouldn't be interpreted as legal, tax, financial, investment or other advice. BitPay does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information in this publication and we neither endorse, nor are we responsible for, the accuracy or reliability of any information submitted or published by third parties. Nothing contained herein shall constitute a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement or offer to invest, buy, or sell any coins, tokens or other crypto assets. BitPay is not liable for any errors, omissions or inaccuracies. For legal, tax, investment or financial guidance, a professional should be consulted.
