Contractor Payments

How to Hire International Contractors: Guide for Global Teams

Learn how to hire international contractors legally and confidently. Avoid costly misclassification risks and build a compliant global team. Start hir…

How to Pay Remote Workers Abroad: Complete Guide for 2026

Pay remote workers abroad without hidden fees, FX markups, or compliance headaches—build a reliable global payroll in 2026.

International Contractor Payments: The Definitive Guide

Struggling with international contractor payments? This guide covers fees, tax rules, and compliance strategies to help you pay global talent smarter.

Remote Contractor Onboarding: Tips for Faster Ramp-Up

Learn how to streamline remote contractor onboarding with proven checklists and tools. Boost retention by 82% and accelerate time-to-productivity.

25% Threat to Offshore Contractor Invoices: The Hire Act

Learn how a proposed HIRE Act could impose a 25% tax on offshore services used in the U.S.—impacting pricing, contracts, and withholding for finance t…

Employer’s Guide to Worker Classification

Employer’s guide to worker classification: understand DOL, IRS, NLRB, and state ABC tests to prevent misclassification, audits, and costly penalties

Best Practices for Paying International Contractors: Comparison of Methods

How Blockchain Technology Simplifies Cross‑Border Contractor Payments

Simplify cross-border contractor payments with blockchain—instant payouts, low fees, and transparent compliance for global teams.

Top Strategies for Finding Qualified International Contractors

Remote-first talent is exploding: freelancers already account for 46.6% of the world's workforce—about 1.57 billion people. By April 2024, the share o…

Red Flags to Watch Out for When Hiring Global Independent Contractors

The independent workforce is massive: in the U.S. alone, 72.7 million people now work outside traditional payroll jobs, making contractor compliance a…

How Bitwage Makes Stablecoin Payroll Simple,  Now Even Cheaper with USDT on Polygon

Discover how Bitwage makes stablecoin payroll simple and cost-effective with USDT on Polygon. Pay global teams in minutes, cut fees to under $0.01, an…

Power of Crafting Job Descriptions and Finding Top Global Talent

Master job descriptions that attract top global talent. Complete guide to remote hiring strategies, sourcing, and compliant international payroll.

Why Hiring International Contractors Could Be Right for Your Business

Hire international contractors to cut costs up to 60%, fill skill gaps fast, and stay compliant—unlock global talent for a flexible, growth-ready busi…

How Crypto Invoicing Reduces Transaction Costs Compared to Traditional Payment Methods

Crypto invoicing with Bitwage cuts cross‑border fees up to 90%, trims card costs, and speeds global payouts—no billing overhaul required.

USDT vs USDC for Payroll: Which Stablecoin Is Right for Your Business?

Explore the pros and cons of USDT and USDC for payroll. Determine which stablecoin suits your business needs.

Streamline Your Global Contractor Payments with Bitwage

Simplify your contractor payments across borders with effective strategies for seamless transactions. Discover practical solutions in our latest artic…

The Best Strategies for Working with Global Contractors Effectively

Expanding internationally? Discover how the global contractor model, powered by Bitwage, lets you tap into worldwide talent.

Stablecoin Payroll: Faster, Borderless, and Cost-Effective

Discover how stablecoin payroll helps businesses reduce costs, accelerate payments, and manage global teams more efficiently with secure blockchain so…

(Bitcoin Magazine) How Freelancers in India Use Bitcoin to Increase Their Real Wages

by Kyle Torpey 12.21.16 4:06 PM Bitcoin activity in India has been on the rise over the past few months, and a new partnership between bitcoin excha…

(Blokt) Cryptocurrency Could Make the Gig Economy Safer

By Ali Raza - March 22, 2018 Companies are offering payment guarantees via smart contracts and hedging funds upon the completion of work. The time…

Get Paid From Upwork, Toptal and Any Other Freelance Marketplace With Bitwage

Previously, freelance marketplaces only allowed there to be one bank account per user on their platforms. In the past, we have offered pooled customer…

(NewsBTC) Bitwage: Eliminating Volatility for International Freelancers

Freelancers, contractors, and employees in developing regions with extreme financial, currency, and capital controls

18 New Source Currencies for Invoicing and Team Wages

Since July of 2014, Bitwage has been processing payrolls for the digital currency ecosystem. This means we have had over 3 years of reliable payroll d…

Athyna: Global Talent, Simplified Payroll with Bitwage

Bill Kerr, CEO of Athyna and a longtime Bitwage customer, shares his journey, insights on global hiring, and how he built a global talent platform.

(Bitcoin Magazine) Freelancers on Traditional Platforms Can Now Invoice in Bitcoin Via Bitwage

Landon Manning Feb 14, 2019 11:42 AM EST In the current freelancing industry, many platforms only allow independent contractors to use one bank acco…

(Inside Bitcoins) Bitwage Allows Companies in the EU, UK and US to Pay Wages in Bitcoin Cash

NOVEMBER 1, 2019 Ali Raza Bitwage, an international human resources and cryptocurrency payroll service provider announced that they will now provide…

Payoneer vs. Bitwage: Exploring the Best Bitwage Alternative for International Payroll Solutions

Are you searching for the ideal Bitwage alternative to optimize your global payroll and remittance processes? Freelancers? Or a company owner looking …

Bitwage API, Hubstaff Integration & Credit Card Announcement

Facilitating international wage payments is quite painful. Bank wires and traditional financial technologies are slow and costly. For instance, when…

Bitwage Implements USDC to Pay Remote Workers on the Stellar Blockchain

Discover how Bitwage now enables USDC payroll on the Stellar blockchain—offering fast, low-cost, and compliant global payments for remote workers.

(Financial IT) BITWAGE LAUNCHES BITCOIN CASH PAYROLL PAYOUTS

* 30.10.2019 For over 5 years now, Bitwage has been dedicated to raising awareness and growing the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Earlier this year, we b…

Streamline Your Payroll Process: Bitwage Partners with Webwork!

Remote work is the new horizon, and businesses are increasingly employing talented individuals across the globe. Managing a geographically dispersed w…

In-Depth Bitwage Review: Why Bitwage Is the Best Payroll Solution

In today's dynamic landscape of global finance and employment, Bitwage emerges as a genuine game-changer, delivering tailor-made solutions for both in…

Bitwage: Revolutionizing the World of Remote Work for Over 10 Years

Celebrating our 10th Birthday, we want to share our history and main milestones!

Bitwage vs. Deel (2025)

Compare Bitwage vs. Deel for 2025 global payroll: see why Bitwage leads with instant crypto payouts, no fees, zero custody issues, and 10 years of tru…

(CCN) 38% of Freelancers Regularly Use Cryptocurrency, Survey Reveals

According to a recent Humans. net survey, part of which was covered recently by fellow CCN’s Joseph Young, 38% (385) of the 1100 people surveyed, all …

CNBC: Cryptocurrency Paychecks Shake Up the Gig Economy

Explore how gig workers are embracing crypto pay via Bitwage, offering faster, borderless wage payouts powered by blockchain innovation.

Complete Guide to Hiring Developers: Roles, Skills, and Payroll.

Have you ever wanted something built and can't find the person to create it? Or maybe you're urgently looking for a developer, but no candidate seems …

Crypto Payroll Germany: Redefining Freelancer Payments with Bitwage's Innovative Solution

Is Germany Bitcoin Payroll heaven?!! Germany has emerged as a leading destination for cryptocurrency enthusiasts, defying stereotypes with its favorab…

Crypto Payroll Italy: Unlocking the Future of Salary Payments in Italy with Bitwage

Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of digital currencies, Bitcoin has emerged as a force to be reckoned with. It is truly an iternational as…

Efficiently Hiring Workers in Brazil with Bitwage

Learn how hiring in Mexico can benefit your business and how Bitwage simplifies payroll to workers in Mexico.

1099 vs. W2 Workers: What's The Difference?

In today's workforce, there are two main types of workers: 1099 and W2. Knowing the differences is vital for job seekers, freelancers, and businesses.…

(Finance Magnates) You Can Now Get Paid in Ethereum Thanks to Bitwage and Uphold

Avi Mizrahi | Innovation ( CryptoCurrency ) | Wednesday, 01/06/2016 | 09:15 GMT+1 Start getting paid in Ether now because getting your salary in Bit…

Getting Paid As An International Freelancer - Popular Methods From Around The World

The phrase “gig economy” came into vogue this decade and with it there are now a dozen solid sites for those who either wish to work as a freelancer, …

Hiring Remote Workers: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to hire remote workers with our step-by-step guide. Discover best practices, top platforms, and how crypto payroll with Bitwage makes global…

How Bitwage Simplifies Hiring in Mexico

Discover why Mexico is a top choice for companies looking to hire skilled, cost-effective manufacturing talent. Learn how Bitwage simplifies payroll, …

Pay Contractors and Employees With Bitcoin and Ethereum

For companies with a vast portion of their capital in crypto, having employees and contractors who want to be paid in their local currency can be diff…

Paying Foreign Contractors: The Ultimate Guide To Cross-Border Payroll

Learn how to navigate the complexities of paying international contractors with this guide. Covering legal considerations, payment methods, and best p…

(PYMNTS) Building Trust — And Payments — For Freelancers

ByPYMNTS Posted on September 28, 2016 The rise of the freelancing economy — the individual worker providing goods and services across borders, time …

The Ultimate Guide to Crypto Invoicing with Bitwage

Discover how Bitwage's Crypto Invoicing products help businesses pay employees and contractors quickly, securely, and at lower costs, making it the sm…

Top Payroll for Small Businesses

Explore top small business payroll solutions for 2025, streamline international contractor payments, reduce conversion & tax stress, and automate payr…