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January 20, 2026 – BlockBolt, a decentralized payment protocol, has launched a contactless Web3 payment system on the Hedera Network, combining a web checkout platform with an IoT SoundBox device designed for real-world retail environments.
The development of this infrastructure is supported by a grant from the Hedera Foundation, recognizing BlockBolt’s mission to drive real-world adoption of blockchain-powered payments using Hedera’s enterprise-grade public ledger.
BlockBolt enables merchants to accept HBAR, USDC, and other Hedera tokens via payment links, wallet connections, and QR code checkout. Every transaction is blockchain-verified, tamper-proof, and confirmed within seconds using Hedera’s high throughput and low fees.
BlockBolt SoundBox: Real-time in-store crypto payments
As part of this launch, BlockBolt introduces the BlockBolt SoundBox, a compact, plug-and-play IoT device built for physical retail environments. When a customer completes a payment by scanning a BlockBolt QR code, the SoundBox instantly announces the received amount through audio confirmation.
Why BlockBolt SoundBox matters
Instant and reliable on-chain payment confirmation
No need for merchants to manually check wallets
Familiar, card-terminal-like checkout experience
Ideal for retail stores, cafes, pop-ups, and offline locations
The SoundBox brings trust, speed, and simplicity to in-store crypto payments, making digital assets practical for everyday commerce on the Hedera Network.
Bridging Web3 payments and real-world commerce
By combining web-based checkout, QR payments, and IoT-based confirmation, BlockBolt aims to make crypto payments usable in everyday retail settings while maintaining on-chain verification through Hedera’s public ledger.
For more information, visit https://blockbolt.io.
