Crypto.com and payment service provider Stripe announced a partnership to help merchants more easily accept cryptocurrency payments through product integration. Through the integration with Stripe, millions of merchants using Stripe will be able to access Crypto.com Pay, allowing consumers to directly use their crypto asset balances or stablecoins to complete transactions. Stripe will convert the payments into the merchant's chosen local fiat currency and credit the transaction. Crypto.com stated that it is the first crypto platform to achieve "balance-to-pay" integration with Stripe. Crypto.com will also utilize Stripe's acquiring services to support users purchasing cryptocurrencies via credit and debit cards, and will drive the expansion of its card products and payment business in the United States. Both parties stated that this partnership aims to increase the availability and reach of crypto assets in everyday commerce.