In a groundbreaking move, Bull Bitcoin, the Canadian-based non-custodial Bitcoin exchange, has forged a strategic alliance with SINPE Movil, Costa Rica’s leading fiat payments system, and Bitcoin Jungle, a local crypto wallet solution.
According to a press release by Bull Bitcoin on September 14, this partnership will empower Costa Ricans and international visitors to convert their local currency, Colones, into Bitcoin seamlessly and vice versa. Additionally, Bull Bitcoin will facilitate conversions to and from bank accounts (IBAN) in both Colones and USD through conventional bank transfers.
Executing transactions through the Bitcoin Jungle wallet, users can acquire Bitcoin by sending their fiat currency to Bull Bitcoin via SINPE Movil, resulting in the corresponding BTC being deposited directly into their Bitcoin Jungle accounts. This streamlined process expedites Bitcoin-to-fiat conversions for merchants and fortifies confidence in accepting Bitcoin payments.
Bull Bitcoin’s Global Expansion
This venture for Bull Bitcoin into the Costa Rican market signifies the commencement of a broader international expansion. Over the next year, the company aims to extend its services to a global audience, targeting “over a billion people.” This marks a substantial leap from its decade-long exclusive presence in Canada, serving a population of 35 million.
Costa Rica joins the Latin American nations encompassed by Binance’s “Send Cash” initiative, unveiled in August. This innovative program introduced a revolutionary crypto-to-bank account payment solution for users in Honduras, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Paraguay, the Dominican Republic, Panama, and Mexico. Leveraging Binance Pay, users can seamlessly transfer funds to recipients holding bank accounts in Colombia and Argentina.
The collaborative prowess of Bull Bitcoin, SINPE Movil, and Bitcoin Jungle promises to redefine cryptocurrency adoption in Costa Rica. This partnership marks a pivotal moment for the nation and underscores a broader trend toward augmented financial inclusivity within the region. With concerted efforts, cryptocurrency adoption and utilization potential are poised to surge, reshaping Costa Rica’s financial landscape.
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