Square launches AI voice ordering and an integrated Bitcoin solution for merchants

Square, the financial services and digital payments company, has announced two key updates to its offerings for merchants. Firstly, they have launched an AI-powered voice ordering system, allowing customers to place orders using voice commands. This feature is aimed at streamlining the checkout process and improving customer convenience. Secondly, Block, the parent company of Square, is now allowing Square merchants to accept Bitcoin payments without any processing fee for the first year. This integrated Bitcoin solution is designed to attract merchants interested in offering cryptocurrency payment options to their customers. The no-fee Bitcoin payment processing is part of Block's broader effort to support the adoption of digital currencies among small and medium-sized businesses. This move aligns with the company's focus on providing innovative financial solutions to help merchants thrive in the evolving digital landscape.