TechFlow, June 28 — According to a report shared by CEX.IO and cited by Cointelegraph, 45% of crypto card transactions in Europe are under 10 euros (approximately $11.70), surpassing traditional banks in the traditionally cash-dominated small payment segment.
The report noted a 15% increase in new CEX.IO crypto card orders across Europe in 2025, indicating growing user interest as more Europeans adopt digital assets for daily payments. Online transactions account for 40% of crypto card usage—nearly double the eurozone average of 21% reported by the European Central Bank.
Spending patterns show that crypto cardholders are using their cards for everyday expenses, with groceries accounting for 59% of purchases and dining and bars making up 19%. Notably, the average crypto card transaction amount is 23.7 euros ($27.80), lower than the 33.6 euros ($39) average for traditional bank cards. Data also reveals that stablecoins support 73% of transactions, while major cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ether, Litecoin, and Solana are being used for payments in groceries, dining, and transportation.
