Mesh Integrates Apple Pay to Enable Seamless Crypto Payments for Everyday Purchases

Crypto payments startup Mesh is breaking new ground with the announcement of Apple Pay integration, enabling users to spend cryptocurrencies at checkout while merchants receive stablecoins. This development marks a significant step forward in bridging the gap between digital assets and everyday commerce.

The announcement was made at Token2049 in Dubai by Mesh co-founder and CEO Bam Azizi, who revealed that the feature will officially launch in Q2 of 2025.

Transforming the Crypto Payment Experience

Mesh’s new solution tackles one of the most pressing issues in crypto adoption: real-world usability. Using its proprietary SmartFunding technology, the platform automatically converts crypto into stablecoins during the checkout process. This makes it simple for retailers, both online and in-store, to accept crypto without needing their blockchain infrastructure.

Consumers just choose Apple Pay at checkout and authenticate the purchase with Face ID no extra steps or complicated setup required.

“As soon as crypto payments become as effortless as traditional fiat, there will be nothing holding back the global shift to blockchain-powered commerce,” Azizi said during the announcement.

How Mesh’s Apple Pay Crypto Integration Works

• The process is designed to be user-friendly and efficient:
• Customers pay in crypto: Supported assets include Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL).

Merchants get stablecoins: Businesses receive payments in USDC, USDT, or PYUSD, solving the volatility issue and eliminating the need to handle crypto directly.

This setup addresses the so-called “last-mile problem” in crypto, where consumers want to spend digital assets, but merchants prefer the price stability and simplicity of fiat-like currencies.

Thanks to Apple Pay’s built-in NFC technology, in-person transactions are just as smooth as online checkouts. Retailers don’t need to purchase new hardware or train staff on crypto; they simply activate Mesh’s plug-and-play solution.

Stablecoins and the Future of Payments

Stablecoins are playing an increasingly pivotal role in the evolution of global payments. Offering faster and cheaper settlement compared to traditional financial systems, stablecoins are gaining traction across both fintech and legacy institutions.

Companies like Stripe are already testing stablecoin integrations, and PayPal has launched its digital dollar, PYUSD, to tap into this growing demand.

Backed by Major Investors and Rapid Growth

Mesh’s latest move follows its successful $82 million Series B funding round, led by Paradigm with support from Consensys, QuantumLight Capital, and Yolo Investments. These funds are being directed toward expanding Mesh’s stablecoin payment infrastructure globally.

The startup now boasts over 300 integrations with major players in the crypto space, including Coinbase, Binance, MetaMask, and Phantom, positioning it as a key player in the ecosystem.

Paving the Way for Mainstream Crypto Adoption

Mesh’s mission is clear: make crypto spending as intuitive as any tap-to-pay experience. With its Apple Pay integration, the company removes technical hurdles and fosters mass adoption by making crypto transactions both accessible and convenient.

During his keynote at Token2049, Azizi delivered a live demonstration of the technology, offering the first public glimpse of what the future of crypto payments could look like in action.