Fold’s New Partnership with Airbnb: Stack Your BTC While Traveling

Fold Teams Up with Airbnb

On November 11, Fold announced a new partnership with Airbnb, allowing its users to earn 3% cashback in Bitcoin for every stay and adventure booked through the home-sharing giant. That’s right, your vacation is now a little sweeter (and more crypto-friendly).

Gift Cards Galore!

As part of this deal, Fold users can purchase $25 and $100 Airbnb gift cards directly through the Fold app, giving you a chance to earn some Bitcoin while planning your next getaway. This nifty feature is a part of Fold’s rewards program, aptly named Fold Kickbacks, which has integrated Bitcoin’s Lightning Network.

Global Availability

The Fold app isn’t just for native users anymore! It supports Bitcoin payments in the U.S., Australia, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, and the U.K.—basically covering a respectable chunk of the globe. More territories are slated to join the rollout, including Europe. So, if you’re living in an area where Fold’s services are absent, hang tight!

From Sats to Fiat: The Evolution of Fold

In late September 2019, Fold raised $2.5 million to supercharge its platform. Alongside the Bitcoin functionalities, a fiat payment method was introduced, allowing users to seamlessly use a traditional credit card or their Bitcoin Lightning wallet—because sometimes, you don’t want to leave the comfort of your old-school plastic behind.

The Competition Heats Up

While Fold might have the earliest claim to fame in the Bitcoin rewards realm, it’s not alone. Other contenders are cropping up, eager to help you “stack sats.” Take Lolli, for example. They’ve recently paired up with major retailers like Petco and Safeway, offering some serious cashback in Bitcoin for all your shopping needs. With players continuously entering the space, it’s clear that the trend of earning Bitcoin while you spend is here to stay!

Conclusion: Your Wallet Thanks You

At the end of the day, this partnership means more opportunities to earn Bitcoin while you’re spending it on things you already love. Because let’s face it, if someone isn’t incentivizing us to spend like a king while saving like a squirrel, what’s the point?