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Coinbase Drops Fees for PYUSD Conversions in New PayPal Partnership

by Darius Ngetich
Apr 24, 2025 - 9:19 pm
in Blockchain
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Coinbase and PayPal Enhance Crypto Alliance

Coinbase and PayPal are expanding their strategic alliance with a new product that allows users to buy and sell the PYUSD stablecoin without any fees on Coinbase. Announced on April 24, the initiative aims to promote wider adoption of stablecoins by eliminating cost friction and simplifying digital asset transactions.

The move is a jump forward for PayPal’s stablecoin ambitions. PYUSD is a U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin introduced in 2023 by Paxos and designed for everyday transactions. By pairing PYUSD with Coinbase’s massive exchange infrastructure, the two firms are looking to boost real-world crypto usage and promote digital currency as a legitimate payment alternative.

Instant Settlement and Greater Reach

PayPal emphasized that the integration enables merchants to settle PYUSD transactions instantly, reducing the reliance on traditional banking rails and enabling faster payments. “This combination of connecting the consumer bases of PayPal and Coinbase, and bringing our merchants and our institutional access together — we think it makes a really powerful combination,” said Jose Fernandez da Ponte, PayPal’s SVP of blockchain, crypto, and digital currencies.

PayPal’s Vision for DEX Integration

Looking ahead, PayPal is exploring how PYUSD can be used on decentralized exchanges (DEXs), where people would be able to make transactions without intermediaries. This is part of the broader DeFi trend and could further enhance the utility of PYUSD beyond centralized platforms.

Coinbase’s Ongoing Drive for Stablecoin Access

Coinbase’s listing of PYUSD follows its prior zero-fee program with Circle’s USDC. The actions are part of a clear strategy: get more users into crypto by reducing the cost of entry and making it easier to use. PYUSD’s market cap now stands at $866 million, more than a doubling since April 2024, reflecting growing demand for PayPal’s stablecoin.

The Future of Stablecoin Payments

Although PYUSD is still a small player in the $236 billion stablecoin market, the link-up of two financial giants points to a serious push into mainstream digital payments. As regulatory clarity improves and infrastructure advances, PYUSD could see much broader use in both centralized and decentralized environments.

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Darius Ngetich

Darius Ngetich

Darius Ngetich is a blockchain, crypto, and gaming enthusiast. He is also an animator, VFX Artist, and Game Developer, specializing in computers with vast experience in programs like Blender, Unity, and Unreal Engine. My passions are creating games and informing others about the latest developments in crypto, blockchain, and gaming.

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