Talence and Lyzi are launching a new era of payment: crypto is coming to your city centers!

On July 4, Talence made history by becoming the first French city where merchants massively accept cryptocurrency payments. A small revolution signed Lyzi, at a time when more than 6.5 million French people own digital assets.

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Talence, pioneer of crypto payment: a first in France

The project, in collaboration with local merchant associations, marks a major step forward for local commerce in France. Around twenty Talençais merchants are already equipped to accept cryptocurrency payments thanks to our technology. A simple QR code scan, and the transaction is completed in a few seconds.

But why is this initiative causing so much discussion? 

Because, in a context where 56% of consumers abandon their purchase due to not finding their preferred payment method, this new option attracts the attention of a young and international clientele. Talence is establishing itself as the laboratory of this new economy, while proving that crypto is not reserved for tech giants or Californian start-ups.

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A step towards the future: Web3 is coming to Gironde

With this project, we are not just following trends, we are creating them. As Web3 continues to redraw the boundaries of the global economy, Talence shows that France is ready to play a key role in this transformation. For Emmanuel Sallaberry, Mayor of Talence, this partnership with Lyzi is an opportunity to “get a foot in the Web3 revolution”, by offering local merchants a unique competitive advantage.

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Why does this change everything?

Worldwide, few cities still accept cryptocurrency payments. Talence is added to this selective list and paves the way for other French municipalities. Thanks to our solution, payments are secure, funds are directly converted and transferred into euros the next day to the merchant's accounts, who do not pay any fees . And we show it: cryptocurrency payments are not reserved for a tech-savvy public, but a concrete reality that can boost the local economy. Feedback from merchants and customers is enthusiastic: a local butcher even said it had attracted new customers curious to test crypto payments.

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Conclusion: Talence and Lyzi, at the forefront of the digital economy

With this initiative, Talence and Lyzi are transforming everyday purchases. In full expansion, cryptocurrencies are no longer reserved for seasoned traders and investors. They are becoming part of our lives, for a coffee, a baguette, or a pair of shoes. At Lyzi, we are proud to play a key role in this transformation and to contribute to democratizing Web3 across France.

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Follow this revolution closely, because the payments of tomorrow are already in Talence, and Lyzi is here to guide you in this digital adventure!