# Cash-Back Cryptocurrency Reward Initiatives Venmo is Launching the New Cash Back to Crypto Option By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-08-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cash-back-to-crypto References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2021/08/10/venmo-to-allow-credit-cardholders-to-automatically-buy-cryptocurrency-with-their-cash-back/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Techcrunch+%28TechCrunch%29) & [venmo](https://venmo.com) The [Venmo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venmo-debit-mastercard) Cash Back to Crypto option is being launched by the [PayPal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venmo1)-owned payment service that will enable users to increase their cryptocurrency portfolio in an easy way. The new reward option will enable users to have the cash-back that they would traditional receive in the form of dollars from their purchases given to them in cryptocurrency instead. This could help users to grow the amount of digital currency they have and diversify the kinds of currency they have. The Venmo Cash Back to Crypto option will provide users with 3%, 2% and 1% cash-back, depending on the spending category, and speaks to the continued adoption rates of cryptocurrency amongst various consumer demographics. The option is easily turned on and off to make it as seamless for consumers to access, according to the brand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cryptocurrency Cash Back Rewards:** Companies can create new products and services that utilize cryptocurrency as a cash back reward for purchases. - **Digital Currency Diversification:** With the rise of cryptocurrency, there are opportunities for innovations in digital currency and asset management. - **Consumer Adoption of Cryptocurrency:** There is an opportunity for businesses to continue to integrate cryptocurrency into their rewards and loyalty programs as more consumers adopt the technology. ### Who This Affects Most - **Financial Services:** Financial institutions can create new products and services to manage and utilize cryptocurrency as a reward for consumers. - **Retail Industry:** Retailers can create new loyalty programs that offer cryptocurrency as a reward, encouraging customers to diversify their digital currency holdings. - **Technology Industry:** There is an opportunity for technology companies to develop platforms and tools that make it easier for consumers to access, manage, and spend their cryptocurrency rewards. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Commerce-Enhanced Payment Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venmo-debit-mastercard.md) - [Cryptocurrency Price Tracking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venmo1.md) - [Crypto Cashback Credit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mastercard-2.md) - [Mainstream Cryptocurrency Payments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pay-with-crypto.md) - [All-New Retail Payment Methods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venmo-1.md) - [Customized Cryptocurrency Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cryptocurrency-card.md) - [Charity-Focused Payment Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charity-profiles.md) - [Shopping Rewards Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paypal-1.md) - [Contactless Merchant Payments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paypal-2.md)