Steak ‘n Shake has introduced support for Bitcoin payments through the Lightning Network at its restaurants across the United States, according to a company announcement made on May 16th.

The fast-food chain stated that the payment option is now available nationwide and is not limited to a test phase or pilot rollout. 

Customers can use Lightning-compatible Bitcoin wallets to complete transactions by scanning a QR code at the register. 

Payments are processed using a backend system that automatically converts Bitcoin to U.S. dollars at the point of sale.

Its implementation is intended to support point-of-sale payments in settings like quick-service restaurants.

Steak ‘n Shake serves over 100 million customers annually, and the adoption of Lightning-based payments introduces an alternative transaction method for a portion of its customer base.

The company’s decision reflects a broader trend of businesses exploring Bitcoin payment options, particularly as Bitcoin and digital asset payment technologies continue to evolve.

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