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PayPal Integrates Bitcoin and Ethereum, Marking a New Chapter for Digital Payments

Global payment giant PayPal has announced plans to integrate Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) into its peer-to-peer (P2P) payment system.

This strategic move aims to enhance the convenience of trading cryptocurrencies for its users.

PayPal's innovative feature, called PayPal links, enables users to send and receive money through a personalized link, facilitating easier transactions.

The rollout begins in the U.S., with expansions planned for international markets including the UK and Italy later this month.

In related news, crypto inflows surged to $3.3 billion last week, buoyed by weaker-than-expected U.S. economic data, solidifying Bitcoin and Ethereum's appeal as alternative assets.

While Bitcoin accounted for a substantial portion of these inflows, Ethereum broke its streak of outflows, attracting significant investment amid growing confidence in the asset.

In a fascinating twist, a historical Bitcoin whale recently exchanged nearly $4 billion worth of Bitcoin for Ethereum, signaling rising optimism for the latter's growth in the upcoming quarters.

Market analysts suggest that Federal Reserve interest rate decisions will significantly influence the trajectory of both Bitcoin and Ethereum prices moving forward.

With Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs witnessing record inflows of $2.34 billion and $638 million respectively, the institutional interest in cryptocurrencies is clearly on the rise.

As both digital assets position themselves for potential gains, the future looks promising—but they must navigate the expected volatility that follows typical market cycles.