Toulouse Expands Crypto Payment Network to 100+ Local Merchants
Toulouse Expands Crypto Payment Network to 100+ Local Merchants
馃嚝馃嚪 French City Goes Crypto
Toulouse continues to lead Europe's crypto adoption, expanding beyond its pioneering public transport payment system. Over 100 local merchants now accept cryptocurrency payments across the city.
Key developments:
- First European city to implement crypto for public transport (April 2025)
- Network of 100+ merchants now accepting digital currencies
- Demonstrates growing mainstream adoption in traditional retail
This expansion marks a significant step in real-world cryptocurrency utility, making Toulouse a model for urban crypto integration.
Merchants interested in joining the network can contact the city's economic development office.
There鈥檚 a city in France where you can now pay with crypto at 100+ merchants. Can you guess which one? Hint: it's not Paris
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