MoonPay, a leader in crypto payments and stablecoin infrastructure, has announced a significant partnership with Paysafe, a global payments platform known for processing $167 billion in transactions in 2025. This integration is poised to transform the way stablecoin payments reach mainstream commerce by embedding them directly into the existing infrastructure that merchants utilize.
The first product of this collaboration is “Pay with Crypto,” designed to enable U.S. consumers to fund their accounts using stablecoins and cryptocurrencies. This offering aims to serve a variety of sectors, including ecommerce, financial services, retail, as well as iGaming and daily fantasy sports via the Paysafe Gateway. By allowing players to fund accounts with digital assets, this move not only enhances payment options but also aligns with the growing acceptance of cryptocurrencies in everyday transactions.
The integration illustrates a significant shift in stablecoin infrastructure, demonstrating a preference for embedding crypto payment capabilities into established payment processors rather than pursuing a direct-to-consumer approach. This means merchants can incorporate crypto payment options through the Paysafe Gateway without the need for complex separate integrations, thereby streamlining the process.
Ivan Soto-Wright, the Founder and CEO of MoonPay, emphasized the advantages of these crypto rails: “Crypto rails are making payments faster and more efficient, and our job is to close the gap between this technology and real-world utility. People shouldn’t have to convert their digital assets just to make a purchase; they want to use what they already have. Paysafe brings that experience to more people through trusted, regulated platforms.”
Regarding functionality, users opting for the “Pay with Crypto” option can connect their crypto or custodial wallet after selecting their digital asset. MoonPay’s Commerce Checkouts technology also accommodates transactions via QR code. Deposits are verified and instantly converted to U.S. dollars to fund the user’s account, enhancing the speed and ease of the transaction.
On the merchant side, MoonPay’s Virtual Accounts, in partnership with Iron, provide flexibility for settling transactions. Merchants can choose to settle almost instantly in stablecoins to a crypto wallet or opt for U.S. dollars or other major fiat currencies, all managed through a single provider.
This strategic partnership between MoonPay and Paysafe marks a pivotal step toward integrating cryptocurrencies into mainstream payment systems, potentially shaping the future landscape of e-commerce and digital transactions.
