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CryptoMediumUpdated×2•Originally published 30 March 2026•Updated 31 March 2026•
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Square Rolls Out Automatic Bitcoin Payments to Millions of U.S. Merchants

Key Facts

1Square (owned by Block Inc.) has begun automatically enabling bitcoin payments for eligible U.S. sellers.
2The move targets millions of merchants, simplifying the acceptance of the digital currency without complex setups.

Square, the payment subsidiary of Block Inc., has officially begun automatically enabling Bitcoin payment acceptance for millions of eligible merchants across the United States. The rollout will be implemented progressively over the coming month, with payments settled in US dollars by default to mitigate price volatility risks. However, analysts warn that ongoing regulatory tensions and market uncertainty could act as significant headwinds, potentially slowing the path of Bitcoin adoption in mainstream commerce. These regulatory hurdles remain a key concern for the speed of integration within the small and medium-sized business sector. Despite these challenges, the move aims to remove technical barriers and establish BTC as a practical medium of exchange. The initiative underscores Block Inc.'s long-term vision of building inclusive financial infrastructure amidst a complex macroeconomic environment.