Coinbase announced on Thursday that its payment connections with Apple and Google had been significantly expanded. In that regards, iPhone users can purchase Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies using any Visa or Mastercard debit card connected to Apple Pay starting today.
While Coinbase customers have had access to Apple Pay since June, they were needed to hold a Coinbase-branded debit card.
Because a significant number of mainstream bank debit cards depend on the Visa and Mastercard networks, the company’s revelation on Thursday in a blog post implies that most customers will be able to use the service.
On the other hand, Android customers will have to wait until later this autumn, when Coinbase will connect with Google Pay for Visa and Mastercard debit cards.