BitPay, a crypto payment gateway, has partnered with AMC to allow crypto owners to purchase tickets to the Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie using cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Dogecoin, and Shiba Inu. This move highlights the increasing use of cryptocurrencies across various sectors of the economy. AMC became the first theater chain in the US to accept Bitcoin as payment last year and has now expanded its acceptance to other cryptocurrencies through its partnership with BitPay. The Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie is a concert film showcasing the musician’s performances in Los Angeles from her latest tour. AMC was able to secure the film’s release in its theaters, and presales for the movie had already exceeded $100 million. For Taylor Swift fans who own crypto, being able to use it to purchase tickets to her movie validates their investment in digital currencies. The partnership between BitPay and AMC is not fully disclosed, but it is possible that the artist may receive cryptocurrencies as part of her revenue share from ticket sales. The acceptance of major cryptocurrencies for movie tickets signifies the mainstream acceptance of the crypto industry. The crypto market has been relatively stagnant in recent months, with Bitcoin and Ethereum trading within a range. However, tensions between Israel and Hamas have impacted Bitcoin’s market price, and there are predictions of a potential Bitcoin price rally in the future.
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| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Geography | North America |
| Countries | 🇺🇸 🇨🇦 |
| Sentiment | positive |
| Relevance Score | 1 |
| People | Taylor Swift |
| Companies | BitPay, AMC Entertainment |
| Currencies | Ethereum, Bitcoin, Shiba Inu, Dogecoin |
| Securities | None |
