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Recently, the U.S. retail industry has undergone a major transformation. The well-known convenience store chain Sheetz announced that it will accept various cryptocurrencies as payment methods, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and DOGE. This decision not only marks an important breakthrough for cryptocurrencies in the realm of everyday consumption but also highlights the traditional retail sector's positive attitude towards emerging payment technologies.
Sheetz's move is not an isolated case. As early as three months ago, the fast-food chain Steak 'n Shake began using the Bitcoin Lightning Network payment system. This decision brought significant performance improvements to the company, with a 10.7% increase in same-store sales in the second quarter and a substantial reduction in payment processing fees.
Cryptocurrency payments are revolutionizing the retail industry in the United States. From a technical perspective, Sheetz has implemented instant exchanges between cryptocurrency and fiat currency through the Flexa network, effectively avoiding the risks associated with cryptocurrency price volatility. For consumers, this means a more convenient and cost-effective payment experience.
It is worth noting that the ecosystem of cryptocurrency payments is rapidly expanding. From Subway to Burger King, an increasing number of well-known chain stores are joining this trend. According to statistics, the number of merchants supporting cryptocurrency payments has increased by 500% over the past three years.
Compared to the approximately 3% transaction fee of traditional credit cards, the transaction cost of the Bitcoin Lightning Network is almost negligible. This advantage is attracting more and more merchants and consumers to join the wave of cryptocurrency payments.
With the continuous maturity of technology and the enhancement of user awareness, we have reason to believe that cryptocurrency payments will play an increasingly important role in the retail industry, bringing more convenience and value to merchants and consumers. This payment revolution has only just begun.