Cash App Adds Instant Bitcoin Payments and Global Stablecoin Support
Cash App rolled out a set of crypto upgrades that enable instant Bitcoin (BTC) payments even when users don’t maintain a crypto balance, alongside broader support for global stablecoins through a simplified, faster flow. The update is designed to let consumers and merchants complete transactions more quickly by minimizing on‑chain wait times and removing a prior balance requirement for sending BTC. These changes could increase real‑world use of BTC for commerce and accelerate stablecoin use for cross‑border transfers and remittances, putting pressure on rival wallets and payment apps. While the enhancements lower friction for users, they also heighten the need for robust compliance and risk monitoring as stablecoins and instant crypto rails scale into mainstream payments.