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The Important Bits
October brought fresh developments across crypto, from Bitcoin's price swings and Solana's major network upgrade to growing interest in stablecoins and AI-powered payments. In this issue, we're covering the latest industry headlines, plus new ways to buy crypto, wallet tips, limited-time offers, merchant spotlights, and more from across the BitPay ecosystem.
Let’s jump in.
Industry News & Headlines
Industry News
Read news from across the blockchain industry:
Bitcoin Holds Near $80,000 Ahead of Fed Decision: Bitcoin traded around $80,000 as investors weighed $635 million in recent ETF outflows, geopolitical tensions, and uncertainty over the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest-rate decision. (Bitcoin Magazine, 10/26/26)
JPMorgan Predicts Bitcoin Will Outperform Stocks, Bonds, and Gold: JPMorgan Chase projects Bitcoin could deliver 10% annual returns over the next decade, outpacing traditional assets as its limited supply and growing role in investment portfolios drive long-term demand. (The Motley Fool, 10/27/26)
North Dakota Launches Stablecoin Pilot with Local Banks: The state-owned Bank of North Dakota is testing its dollar-pegged Roughrider Coin with four local banks and credit unions, exploring faster, lower-cost bank-to-bank transfers as an alternative to traditional payment systems. (North Dakota Monitor, 10/5/26)
Solana Launches Major Upgrade to Accelerate Transactions: Solana's Alpenglow upgrade aims to reduce transaction finality from roughly six seconds to just 150 milliseconds, potentially making payments and trades about 40 times faster while lowering costs for network validators. (CoinDesk, 10/21/26)
AI Agents Drive 138 Million Crypto Micropayments: A Chainalysis report found that AI agents and automated software generated more than 138 million crypto payments through Coinbase's x402 protocol, with 87% valued under $0.10, highlighting the potential of stablecoins for automated, low-value transactions. (Decrypt, 10/14/26)
Market Movers
A quick snapshot of notable market activity, trends, and cryptocurrencies driving headlines.
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Cash App Pay Now Supported in the BitPay Wallet
Your Cash App balance can now do more with BitPay. Through our integration with MoonPay, eligible US users can buy Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and other digital assets using Cash App Pay. You can also sell assets and receive the proceeds directly in your Cash App balance.
How to get started
Download the BitPay Wallet app or update to the latest version
Start a buy in the BitPay app by tapping Buy from the homescreen
Select the cryptocurrency and amount you want to purchase
Under payment method, select Cash App
The first time you use Cash App Pay, you’ll be redirected to approve the connection. You’ll see the amount, then tap Continue to checkout
Confirm the payment, then return to BitPay to view your order details
Good to know: Your Cash App and BitPay account names must match. When buying, make sure your Cash App balance has enough funds to cover the purchase.
Limited-Time Offer: 5% Boost on Select Gift Cards
Get 5% more when you buy select gift cards with crypto in the BitPay app! Use your favorite coins to score extra value on select brands each month. Terms and conditions apply. Not available in HI, LA, and NY.
Offer ends October 31st - don’t miss out! Check the BitPay app each month for more boosted gift cards.
BitPay Wallet Tip: Keep Your Crypto Portfolio in Focus
Get a clearer picture of your crypto holdings with the BitPay Wallet. View your total portfolio value, track performance over time, and see breakdowns by wallet and asset, all in one place. When you're ready to make a move, buy, sell, swap, or spend directly from the app.
Learn How to Import a Self-Custody Wallet
Switching wallet apps or setting up a new device? You can import an existing self-custody wallet using your recovery phrase, without transferring your crypto or paying network fees. Learning how wallet importing works, when to use it, and the steps to regain access to your assets on a new platform is a pivotal skill that all crypto users should take on and practice to secure their assets.
Estimate Your Savings with BitPay
See how accepting crypto and stablecoin payments or sending cross-border payouts could reduce your business costs. Enter your monthly volume and average transaction size to compare estimated BitPay fees with credit card processing or international wires.
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.
Merchant Shoutouts
Highlighting merchants driving crypto adoption and exciting promotions.
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