A recent survey of over 600 businesses reveals a contrast between optimism for future crypto payments and current low adoption rates.
While nearly half of those surveyed believe crypto payments could become common in the next decade, only 2% currently accept them due to concerns such as high volatility and legal uncertainties.
Larger companies, especially those with over 500 employees, show more interest in exploring crypto-based payment solutions.
Germany's regulatory environment is evolving with the new MiCA framework in Europe and the country's relatively open stance on crypto, offering tax breaks on long-term holdings and considering blockchain's importance for digital competitiveness.