Remittances
The Short-Term View on Bitcoin Remittances
If the world switched to bitcoin, remittances alone would save billions annually. But how can the dream become reality?
BlinkTrade Opens New Bitcoin Markets in Venezuela, West Africa
BlinkTrade launched bitcoin exchange SurBitcoin in Venezuela last week, and today will unveil its West African venture, UbuntuBitX.
Can Bitcoin Deliver on its Promise to the World's Unbanked?
Bitcoin offers financial services for underserved populations, but hurdles still remain before its potential can be realised.
Bitcoin in the Philippines, By the Numbers
With millions unbanked in the Philippines, and remittances booming, the bitcoin solution practically writes itself, says Luis Buenaventura.
The Case for Merging Mexico's Peso With Block Chain Technology
In Mexico, a team of bitcoin enthusiasts are developing plans for a digital peso.
Hailo CEO: Bitcoin Could Benefit Our Customers and Taxi Drivers
Taxi app Hailo is “actively” looking into allowing its customers to pay with bitcoin, says CEO Jay Bregman.
Sierra Leone Fashion Company Brings Bitcoin to West Africa
Ethical fashion accessories company Bureh is taking the first steps in creating a bitcoin economy for sub-Saharan Africa.
Philippines Startups Aim to Fulfil Bitcoin's Remittance Promise
Workers sending money home face high fees from 'legacy' payments services. Now some Philippines startups want to change that.
Lamassu Introduces Open-Source Software for Bitcoin ATM Network
Lamassu's new open-source software lets operators provide remittance services and bill payments via their machines.
Western Union Open to Bitcoin 'If Regulated as Currency'
CEO Hikmet Ersek is open to using bitcoin in payments, but only once the digital currency is fully regulated.
