American Express Brings Back Passport Stamps
The post American Express Brings Back Passport Stamps appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Blockchain 16 September 2025 | 15:35 For many travelers, the small stamp tucked inside a passport once served as the most tangible proof of adventure. With border controls moving to digital systems, that tradition is fading fast — and American Express thinks blockchain can fill the gap. A Digital Souvenir The company has unveiled “Amex Passport,” a collection of travel-themed tokens that function as personalized keepsakes. Instead of ink on paper, each stamp lives on Base, Ethereum’s Layer-2 network, recorded as an ERC-721 non-fungible token. Cardholders can showcase favorite trips with a digital stamp noting the country, the date, and a brief description of what made the journey special. Exclusive to Amex Members Only U.S. consumer cardholders with linked online accounts can mint these stamps, which are non-transferable and cannot be resold. Past vacations booked through Amex over the last two years will automatically be added, while new trips can be customized with highlights like a memorable hotel stay or a bucket-list attraction. Why Amex Is Doing This According to the company, travelers are increasingly nostalgic for the ritual of passport stamping. A recent survey it conducted showed 73% of respondents wanted new ways to digitally commemorate journeys, and more than half said they missed the old physical stamps. “Amex Passport is about capturing that magic again,” said Luke Gebb, head of Amex Digital Labs. Beyond Travel Photos Amex’s project is part of a broader trend of corporations turning to public blockchains to secure consumer data without centralized servers. The U.S. Department of Commerce, for example, recently began publishing key economic statistics on-chain. For Amex, the shift reflects a bet that digital souvenirs can appeal to younger travelers while also highlighting the company’s tech credentials. Crypto and Tourism Converge The move comes as crypto continues to seep into the travel…
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Blockchain 16 September 2025 | 15:35 For many travelers, the small stamp tucked inside a passport once served as the most tangible proof of adventure. With border controls moving to digital systems, that tradition is fading fast — and American Express thinks blockchain can fill the gap. A Digital Souvenir The company has unveiled “Amex Passport,” a collection of travel-themed tokens that function as personalized keepsakes. Instead of ink on paper, each stamp lives on Base, Ethereum’s Layer-2 network, recorded as an ERC-721 non-fungible token. Cardholders can showcase favorite trips with a digital stamp noting the country, the date, and a brief description of what made the journey special. Exclusive to Amex Members Only U.S. consumer cardholders with linked online accounts can mint these stamps, which are non-transferable and cannot be resold. Past vacations booked through Amex over the last two years will automatically be added, while new trips can be customized with highlights like a memorable hotel stay or a bucket-list attraction. Why Amex Is Doing This According to the company, travelers are increasingly nostalgic for the ritual of passport stamping. A recent survey it conducted showed 73% of respondents wanted new ways to digitally commemorate journeys, and more than half said they missed the old physical stamps. “Amex Passport is about capturing that magic again,” said Luke Gebb, head of Amex Digital Labs. Beyond Travel Photos Amex’s project is part of a broader trend of corporations turning to public blockchains to secure consumer data without centralized servers. The U.S. Department of Commerce, for example, recently began publishing key economic statistics on-chain. For Amex, the shift reflects a bet that digital souvenirs can appeal to younger travelers while also highlighting the company’s tech credentials. Crypto and Tourism Converge The move comes as crypto continues to seep into the travel…
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