Your Guide to Crypto: Memphis

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One word describes an exciting Southern city in which to spend your crypto: Memphis! Memphis is the second most populous city in Tennessee, and widely regarded as the birthplace of modern music. Memphis is also known for its rich history, its barbecue, and the iconic Beale street. Amid the hustle and bustle of this city a rapidly growing community of crypto investors, places to spend crypto, and events for crypto enthusiasts. 

Things to Do with Crypto: Memphis Travelers’ Guide

Memphis is a bustling city with plenty of things to do, see, and eat. What if you could incorporate crypto into your experience in the historic city? Pelicoin has you covered! With five different locations spread across Memphis, converting cash to crypto and vice versa has never been easier. Pelicoin has spread our Bitcoin ATM locations across Memphis to allow anyone, in any area of the city, to manage their crypto wallets safely and securely.

Businesses that Accept Crypto: Memphis Edition

Among the most fun southern cities that are beginning to accept crypto, Memphis is definitely a contender. Restaurants, stores, and shops are looking to crypto for a new way to take payment for their services and products. If you’re looking for a way to use the crypto that’s burning a hole in your digital wallet, these are among those Memphis businesses that happily accept cryptocurrency as a form of payment.

Home Depot

Home Depot is one of the largest hardware retailers in the United States, boasting over 2,300 stores across North America. There are several Home Depot locations in the Memphis area, and every one has the capacity to accept Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as a form of payment at checkout.

Starbucks

Starbucks has fully taken over coffee in the United States market. Boasting a market capitalization of over $80 billion, Starbucks has made the choice to allow customers to pay with cryptocurrency. There are nearly 20 Starbucks in the Memphis area, and each one is an excellent spot to try out paying in Bitcoin. 

Crazy Italians

One of the greatest strengths of Memphis as a city is its wide range of delectable and diverse cuisine. Traditionally, Memphis is associated with southern barbecue, fried foods, and other soulful items. Crazy Italians pays its respects to the traditional southern cuisine of Memphis while bringing its own Italian twists.

Living up to their name, Crazy Italians is focused on doing things a bit differently compared to their peers in the restaurant industry. They are a casual BYOB Italian cafe that has accepted Bitcoin from the day they opened their doors in 2015. Dining with your Bitcoin is a great way to experience the benefits of your investments.

Cryptocurrency Events in Memphis

The crypto scene in Memphis is in a state of constant growth, and there are many different events and meetups to socialize with other cryptocurrency enthusiasts and investors in the area. Choosing to spend time in these groups isn’t just fun, but it’s also a great way to expand your network and your knowledge about all things crypto.

BUIDL Network

BUIDL Network has set up a group in Memphis, Tennessee to gather and discuss crypto, current trends, and more. BUIDL Network is a global organization that holds events all over the world to discuss and educate its members on cryptocurrency, and Ethereum in particular. 

BUIDL places a large emphasis on empowering its members with education and experience to start building on the blockchain( hence the name). With over 1,000 members of BUIDL Memphis, it provides large meetups in the area, so you’re sure to meet fellow crypto fans. 

Blockchain 901

Blockchain 901 holds regular meetings and seminars, inviting cryptocurrency professionals from throughout the world to speak and share their knowledge of crypto. This group’s stated purpose is to promote emerging technologies in the Memphis area. These meetings are a great way to expand your horizons and learn more about current events within the crypto community. 

Bitcoin ATMs in Memphis

Pelicoin is the safest and most secure way to manage your crypto in the Gulf South. We have over 30 ATM locations, with five of them residing in the Memphis area. These ATMs have been placed in such a way that allows any resident or visitor of the city to have a convenient, fast, and secure way to deposit or withdraw funds 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Chickasaw Express Shell (2962 Poplar Ave.)

Positioned in the heart of the city, this location is perfect for anyone stopping by on the way to the Children’s Museum, the University of Memphis, or just cruising around. In addition to our Bitcoin ATM, this Shell station also shares a Goodie’s Subs. The location is within walking distance to Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, and an Amro Music Store as well.

Hop-In Exxon (833 S BB King BLVD)

Are you on the way to a day-trip in downtown Memphis? This Exxon location is the perfect place to stop just before you arrive in the area. Located at the corner of B.B. King Boulevard and E.E.H. Crump Boulevard, this Exxon location is surrounded by restaurants, and is a short drive to Ghost River Brewery & Taproom.

Exxon (6121 Poplar Ave.)

Contrary to our other ATM locations, this Exxon is located towards the outskirts of east Memphis. This location is great for anyone looking to get their digital wallet in order on their way to or from the city.

Shell’s Shelby Express (5510 E. Shelby Dr.)

Located just inside of the Tennessee-Mississippi border, the Shell station on Shelby can be a must-stop for anyone crossing state lines.

Exxon (186 N. Danny Thomas BLVD)

Smack-dab in the center of downtown Memphis, the Exxon on N. Danny Thomas Boulevard is great for anyone out on the town looking for a secure spot to handle their digital wallet at any hour of the day.

Securely Turn Cash Into Crypto with Pelicoin

Bitcoin and cryptocurrency can seem complicated, but it doesn’t have to be! With Pelicoin’s Bitcoin ATMs, you can safely and securely manage your accounts 24/7 from one of our over 30 locations spread across America’s south. Pelicoin is dedicated to providing convenience, safety, and accessibility with our ATM experiences, and is a great place to start investing for your future with crypto and decentralized currencies.