WalletConnect Pay Launches First In-Store Location

The system works through a simple QR code. Shoppers scan it with a supported wallet like Zerion or Solflare. The payment settles almost instantly on-chain. WalletConnect Pay accepts several cryptocurrencies, including USDC, ETH, SOL, BNB, MON, and POL. It also supports a wide range of blockchains such as Ethereum, Solana, Arbitrum, Optimism, Polygon, Monad, Base, and BNB Chain.

94° Coffee And WalletConnectPay

94° Coffee was selected for this pilot because of its modern atmosphere and strong community appeal. Its owner, Illia, is a Ukrainian entrepreneur who wanted to improve efficiency while staying ahead in Lisbon’s growing blockchain scene. After launching WalletConnect Pay, he noticed many customers asked to pay with crypto. For him, it was not just a test but a natural step forward. He chose the system because it offered faster settlement and fewer middlemen.

The benefits go both ways. Merchants like 94° Coffee enjoy lower costs compared to traditional card payments, which can take days to settle and often include high fees. Crypto payments through WalletConnect offer near-instant settlement and clearer fee structures. This helps small businesses improve cash flow and reduce overhead.

Customers also gain from the simplicity. There is no need to convert tokens or wait for approvals. They scan and pay, turning their crypto into practical spending power. This approach fits growing user interest in using digital assets for routine purchases.

What To Watch For Next?

Looking ahead, WalletConnect plans to expand the service. The company has partnered with Ingenico, a major point-of-sale provider with over 40 million terminals worldwide. Beginning in Europe, this rollout could extend to major retailers in the coming months. Stores that already use Ingenico systems could adopt WalletConnect Pay with minimal changes.

The team mentions that the early feedback has been positive. Users have reported fast and easy transactions, calling it a strong sign of crypto’s growing maturity. WalletConnect’s founder, Pedro Gomes, shared that he personally uses the system to buy coffee, reinforcing how the technology blends into daily life.