[realradicalwash]

if transactions were done in btc, each transaction would amass the typical fees - which are pretty high at the moment.

converting btc to fiat to pay your visa card bill at the end of the month would be one transaction per month.

that's a huge difference.

[Gustomaximus]

> converting btc to fiat to pay your visa card bill at the end of the month would be one transaction per month.

Given BTC volatility paying monthly could add a bunch of risk (or benefit) to purchases. I imagine most people would want something more stable for their purchasing.

[lavezzi]

Also you are liable for capital gains tax when realised.

[kanwisher]

in usa yes

[MrDresden]

And in many eu countries as well

[runeks]

> if transactions were done in btc, each transaction would amass the typical fees […]

No. A transaction can be denominated in BTC without touching the blockchain. And settled at the end of the month through the blockchain.