Bitcoin News Today: Blue Origin Now Accepts Bitcoin Ethereum Solana for Spaceflights

Blue Origin, the aerospace venture founded by Jeff Bezos, has expanded its payment options for suborbital space flights by integrating support for cryptocurrencies and stablecoins. Through a partnership with Shift4 Payments, a publicly traded payment solutions provider listed on the NYSE, customers can now book seats on the New Shepard rocket using Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and stablecoins such as USDT and USDC. This collaboration enables seamless transactions via major crypto wallets, including Coinbase and MetaMask, further bridging the gap between digital finance and high-end commerce [1].

This development marks a notable evolution in the commercialization of space travel. Blue Origin has already transported over 75 passengers beyond the Kármán Line—the internationally recognized boundary of space—offering a brief but profound experience of weightlessness and a view of Earth from the edge of space. With the introduction of crypto payments, the company is aligning itself with a broader trend of blockchain integration into high-value industries, from real estate to luxury goods [2].

Shift4 Payments CEO Taylor Lauber emphasized that the partnership represents an extension of the company’s mission to redefine global commerce, stating that they are now “taking that vision beyond Earth.” Alex Wilson, Shift4’s Head of Crypto, noted that the crypto market’s $4 trillion market cap underscores its relevance for major purchases and experiences, suggesting a potential shift in how consumers finance premium services [3].

The move is not the first time Blue Origin has engaged with the crypto community. In August 2023, the company hosted Justin Sun, founder of the Tron blockchain platform, on its NS-34 mission. Sun paid $28 million for the journey, which he described as a way to inspire future generations and promote STEAM education [4].

The acceptance of crypto for space travel is also in line with broader industry developments. In 2022, the NFT project Azuki sent a digital character into space on a SpaceX mission, while in 2024, Spacecoin XYZ launched a satellite to build an orbital blockchain network. These initiatives highlight the growing intersection of blockchain and space technologies [5].

By accepting cryptocurrencies, Blue Origin is appealing to a new audience—crypto holders seeking to use their digital assets for transformative experiences. This move could attract a segment of the population that is not only financially capable but also ideologically aligned with the innovation and decentralization principles of the crypto ecosystem [6].

The integration of crypto into space tourism reflects Blue Origin’s commitment to fostering a commercial space economy. As the industry continues to evolve, the use of digital assets in high-value transactions may become more commonplace, encouraging further investment and technological advancement in aerospace and beyond [6].

Sources:

[1] Cointelegraph, [https://cointelegraph.com/news/space-tourism-meets-crypto-commerce-as-blue-origin-accepts-bitcoin-ethereum-and-usdt](https://cointelegraph.com/news/space-tourism-meets-crypto-commerce-as-blue-origin-accepts-bitcoin-ethereum-and-usdt)

[2] TradingView, [https://www.tradingview.com/news/newsbtc:89a13fa96094b:0-jeff-bezos-blue-origin-now-takes-bitcoin-eth-sol-for-spaceflights/](https://www.tradingview.com/news/newsbtc:89a13fa96094b:0-jeff-bezos-blue-origin-now-takes-bitcoin-eth-sol-for-spaceflights/)

[3] Yahoo, [https://finance.yahoo.com/news/jeff-bezos-space-tech-company-184824770.html](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/jeff-bezos-space-tech-company-184824770.html)

[4] Coindoo, [https://coindoo.com/blue-origin-space-flights-now-available-for-purchase-with-crypto/](https://coindoo.com/blue-origin-space-flights-now-available-for-purchase-with-crypto/)

[5] AInvest, [https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-blue-origin-accepts-bitcoin-ethereum-solana-spaceflights-shift4-partnership-2508/](https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-blue-origin-accepts-bitcoin-ethereum-solana-spaceflights-shift4-partnership-2508/)

[6] Altcoin, [https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/bitcoin-and-crypto-guide/blue-origin-to-accept-crypto-for-space-trips/](https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/bitcoin-and-crypto-guide/blue-origin-to-accept-crypto-for-space-trips/)