Twitter has expanded its tipping options to include Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency, following Bitcoin (BTC) in September last year. Twitter Lets You Tip Creators With ETH Users looking to receive tips in Ether (ETH) simply need to enable the platform’s tipping option and add an Ethereum address to the dedicated section of their profile. The latest tip feature, however, doesn’t support ENS addresses, but the usual alphanumeric one. “Like Twitter, digital currencies operate without global barriers. We’re excited to incorporate Ethereum in addition to Bitcoin payment in Tips, enabling more people to participate in the digital economy with as little friction as possible,” a Twitter spokesperson told TechCrunch. Besides Ethereum, the expansion also supports a slew of payment services including Paga, Paytm and Barter by Flutterwave. Have you set up Tips on your profile yet so it's easy for people to show their support? Yes: Cool, we’ve added Paga, Barter by Flutterwave, Paytm, and the option to add your Ethereum address. No: What are you waiting for? Here's how: https://t.co/Id5TwTpnCF — Twitter Support (@TwitterSupport) February 16, 2022 In September 2021, the platform introduced Bitcoin tipping over the lightning network, allowing users to connect their lightning addresses to their accounts. Twitter Leans Into Ethereum After Dorsey’s Exit The latest development comes just months after former CEO Jack Dorsey’s de...
