Blue Origin Accepts Crypto for Space Tourism
Jeff Bezos’ space exploration company, Blue Origin, has announced it now accepts cryptocurrency payments for its commercial spaceflights. The company is partnering with Shift4 Payments, a payment processing technology firm, to allow customers to book a trip to the stars using digital currencies.
The new payment option, which is available immediately for all upcoming New Shepard rocket bookings, supports a range of major cryptocurrencies and stablecoins. Customers can now use assets like bitcoin (BTC), ether (ETH), and Solana (SOL), as well as stablecoins such as USDT and USDC. Integration with leading crypto wallets like Coinbase and MetaMask gives customers the option to connect their wallets directly for secure payment.
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