Steak ‘n Shake launches Bitcoin bonus for hourly team members
Crypto Briefing
Steak 'n Shake is now giving hourly employees a 21-cent per hour bonus in Bitcoin.Summary
The American diner brand Steak 'n Shake has initiated a new program awarding all hourly employees a bonus of 21 cents per hour in Bitcoin, referencing the digital currency's 21 million coin supply limit. This launch follows the company's earlier adoption of BTC payments via the Lightning Network in May 2025, which reportedly halved processing costs and boosted sales by over 10%. Furthermore, Steak 'n Shake has committed $1,000 contributions toward accounts for employees’ children. The company also reported a 15% rise in first-quarter domestic same-store sales, attributing some of this momentum to Bitcoin supporters and MAHA, while reaffirming its commitment to investing in food quality.
(Source：Crypto Briefing)