Williston, North Dakota, U.S., accepts cryptocurrency for public utility payments.

On May 14th, Williston, North Dakota, USA, has partnered with cryptocurrency payment company BitPay to add cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin as payment methods for public utility bills (such as utility bills). Williston's Finance Director Hercules Cummings said the city would conduct quality assessments to expand new payment methods for permits, landfills, and other bills. The new payment method is in line with the city's commitment to exploring more payment methods to keep up with the pace of existing payment methods and achieve contactless payments. "There are also many benefits to using these online payment methods, including security, convenience, and cost savings."