A Washington D.C. coffee chain, Compass Coffee, has partnered with Coinbase to debut cryptocurrency payments, marking a significant move towards the integration of crypto into mainstream commerce. This collaboration allows customers to use USDC, a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, to make purchases at Compass Coffee without incurring credit card fees or charges. The initiative is highlighted as an example of how cryptocurrency is gradually becoming a viable payment option for U.S. businesses. Additionally, Coinbase is promoting this partnership by offering a free can of coffee to customers who mint a Compass Coffee NFT, further incentivizing the use of crypto in everyday transactions. The offer is available at Compass Coffee's location at 1201 Half St SE, Washington, DC 20003.