Larecoin Blog Marathon (Extension)

The marathon continues.

We're not slowing down. Larecoin's mission to transform crypto payments for merchants and everyday users keeps pushing forward. This extension dives deeper into what makes Larecoin different: and why it matters for your bottom line.

Let's get into it.

Why This Marathon Matters

The crypto payments space is crowded. NOWPayments. CoinPayments. Dozens of others promising seamless transactions. But here's the truth: most of them still play by old rules.

High fees. Custodial wallets. Limited freedom.

Larecoin breaks that cycle.

This blog marathon exists to educate, inform, and empower merchants who are tired of watching their profits disappear into interchange fees and third-party custody traps.

Fee Savings That Actually Move the Needle

Let's talk numbers.

Traditional payment processors take 2.5% to 3.5% per transaction. Card networks add their cut. Your bank adds theirs. By the time a customer pays $100, you might see $96 or less.

That adds up fast.

Larecoin's approach? Slash those fees by up to 50%.

How?

• Gas-only transfers. No bloated processing fees. Just network costs.

• Direct merchant settlements. No middlemen holding your funds hostage.

• LUSD stablecoin integration. Avoid volatility while keeping fees minimal.

Competitors like NOWPayments charge around 0.5% per transaction. CoinPayments sits at roughly 0.5% too. Sounds reasonable until you factor in conversion fees, withdrawal fees, and the hidden costs of custodial services.

Larecoin keeps it simple. Keep more of what you earn.

Self-Custody: Your Money, Your Rules

Here's where things get real.

Most crypto payment processors operate like traditional banks. They hold your funds. They control withdrawal timing. They set the rules.

Not very "decentralized," right?

Larecoin flips the script with true self-custody.

What does that mean for you?

• Instant access. Your funds hit your wallet immediately.

• No permission needed. Withdraw whenever you want.

• No freeze risk. Your account can't be arbitrarily locked.

NOWPayments and CoinPayments both use custodial models. Your crypto sits in their wallets until you request withdrawals. That's a single point of failure. A security vulnerability. A dependency you don't need.

With Larecoin, you maintain full control from transaction to settlement. That's merchant freedom. That's financial sovereignty.

NFT Receipts: Beyond the Paper Trail

Forget paper receipts. Forget email confirmations that end up in spam folders.

Larecoin introduces NFT receipts: permanent, verifiable transaction records stored on-chain.

Why does this matter?

For Merchants:

• Automatic proof of sale

• Immutable audit trail

• Built-in warranty tracking

• Customer loyalty integration

For Customers:

• Proof of purchase that can't be lost

• Easy returns and warranty claims

• Potential collectible value

This isn't a gimmick. It's infrastructure.

Every transaction creates a unique digital asset. That asset tells a story: what was purchased, when, for how much, and by whom (wallet address). No disputes. No "I never got my receipt" headaches.

NOWPayments doesn't offer this. CoinPayments doesn't either. Most traditional processors? They're still printing paper.

Larecoin is building for the next decade of commerce.

LUSD: Stability Meets Decentralization

Crypto volatility scares merchants. Understandable.

You sell a product for $50 in ETH. By the time you convert to fiat, it's worth $47. Or $53. Either way, unpredictable.

Enter LUSD: Larecoin's stablecoin solution.

LUSD maintains a 1:1 peg with the US dollar. Accept payments in LUSD and know exactly what you're getting. No surprises. No market anxiety.

But here's the key difference: LUSD integrates seamlessly with Larecoin's self-custody model.

Other stablecoin payment solutions still route through centralized processors. They still charge conversion fees. They still hold your funds.

LUSD within the Larecoin ecosystem means:

• Direct wallet deposits

• No conversion middlemen

• Instant settlement

• Full custody at all times

For merchants navigating crypto adoption, LUSD removes the volatility excuse. You get the benefits of blockchain efficiency without the rollercoaster.

NOWPayments vs. Larecoin: The Real Comparison

NOWPayments has carved a niche in crypto payments. They support multiple coins. Integration is relatively simple. But let's look closer.

Fee Structure:

• NOWPayments: ~0.5% + conversion fees + potential withdrawal fees

• Larecoin: Gas-only transfers, no percentage cuts

Custody Model:

• NOWPayments: Custodial (they hold your funds)

• Larecoin: Self-custody (you hold your funds)

NFT Receipts:

• NOWPayments: Not available

• Larecoin: Standard feature

Stablecoin Options:

• NOWPayments: Multiple (but with conversion overhead)

• Larecoin: LUSD (native, optimized, low-fee)

Merchant Freedom:

• NOWPayments: Subject to platform policies

• Larecoin: Decentralized, permissionless

For merchants prioritizing independence, lower fees, and future-forward features, the choice becomes clear.

Check out our detailed comparison here.

CoinPayments vs. Larecoin: Breaking Down the Differences

CoinPayments is one of the oldest players in crypto payments. Longevity has its benefits: trust, stability, wide coin support.

But longevity can also mean legacy thinking.

Fee Structure:

• CoinPayments: 0.5% per transaction + network fees + withdrawal fees

• Larecoin: Gas-only model, transparent costs

Custody:

• CoinPayments: Custodial hot wallets

• Larecoin: Non-custodial, direct-to-merchant

Innovation:

• CoinPayments: Incremental updates

• Larecoin: NFT receipts, LUSD integration, metaverse commerce

Decentralization:

• CoinPayments: Centralized platform

• Larecoin: Web3-native architecture

CoinPayments works. It's reliable. But it's also built on Web2 principles wrapped in crypto aesthetics. Larecoin is built Web3-first. That's not just branding: it's architecture.

Read the full CoinPayments vs. Larecoin breakdown.

Merchant Freedom: More Than a Buzzword

"Merchant freedom" gets thrown around a lot. What does it actually mean?

No permission gatekeepers. You don't need approval to accept crypto. No application process. No waiting periods.

No arbitrary account freezes. Your account can't be suspended because an algorithm flagged something suspicious.

No withdrawal limits. Move your funds when you want, how much you want.

No forced conversions. Keep crypto as crypto. Convert when you choose.

This is independence. This is sovereignty over your business finances.

Traditional processors and even most crypto payment platforms can't offer this. They're built on centralized infrastructure. They have terms of service that protect them, not you.

Larecoin's decentralized model puts merchants first. Always.

The Path Forward

The crypto payments landscape evolves daily. Regulations shift. Technologies improve. Consumer adoption grows.

Larecoin stays ahead by building infrastructure that doesn't rely on centralized chokepoints. NFT receipts create permanent records. LUSD eliminates volatility concerns. Self-custody ensures no third party controls your revenue.

This blog marathon continues to document that journey. Each post explores a different angle: fee comparisons, technical deep-dives, use case spotlights, and more.

Bookmark this blog. Check back regularly. The marathon isn't stopping.

Your Next Steps

Ready to explore what Larecoin can do for your business?

• Visit the whitepaper for technical details

• Explore the ecosystem at larecoin.com

• Join the community and connect with other merchants

The future of crypto payments isn't about finding the cheapest processor. It's about finding the one that respects your independence.

Larecoin does exactly that.

Let's build something better together.