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Re: Bitwala - Bitcoin & Ether Trading, Wallets, Euro Account & Visa Debit Card
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bitwala
on 17/03/2025, 12:06:17 UTC


Introducing Lightning : Instant, Low-Cost Bitcoin Transactions


Bitcoin was never meant to just sit quietly in your digital wallet. It was designed for so much more—and now, with Bitwala's Lightning integration, it can finally fulfil its destiny as electronic cash.

The Lightning Network, Bitcoin's most pivotal Layer 2 payment protocol, enables users to transfer Bitcoin directly to each other without requiring validation through the standard Bitcoin network.

Experience unrivalled speed and near-zero transaction fees, transforming Bitcoin's promise into reality.

Get Started Now:
  • Login to your Bitwala App.
  • Navigate to your Bitcoin Wallet.
  • Select Lightning as your transaction network—it's currently free!

No barriers. No compromises. 
Just frictionless, lightning-fast transactions. Experience the power of Lightning on Bitwala today! 

Learn more in our latest blog post.

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Re: Bitwala - Bitcoin & Ether Trading, Wallets, Euro Account & Visa Debit Card
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bitwala
on 24/02/2025, 12:24:09 UTC


Bitwala Card Update

Living on Bitcoin just got simpler. 

Our latest updates to the Bitwala Card give you more control, flexibility, and options in your financial life. 

Here’s what’s new: 

  • Instantly buy and store crypto in-app, then spend it globally at over 100 million merchants. 
  • Choose between a physical and a virtual card, funding it in real time via bank transfers or crypto. Easily switch between Euro, Bitcoin, and Ether payments. 
  • Track every purchase in real-time, freeze your card, customize spending preferences, and set your limits. 
  • Enjoy no monthly subscription fees, high spending limits, and cash out at ATMs. 
 

Ready to spend your Bitcoin as easily as cash? 

The Bitwala Card offers the perfect blend of innovation and security.
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Re: Bitwala - Bitcoin & Ether Trading, Wallets, Euro Account & Visa Debit Card
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bitwala
on 17/12/2024, 14:56:52 UTC


Hi Bitcoiner!
  
Though we've been quiet lately, it doesn't mean things have been standing still at Bitwala. Behind the scenes, a lot has been going on.

Here comes a quick update on what's new:

  • Savings Plan: Build wealth on your own terms with our flexible Savings Plan, designed to help you strategically invest in Bitcoin and Ethereum. Leverage the Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) strategy to navigate market volatility and steadily build a solid portfolio over time. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting your crypto journey, the Savings Plan is tailored to meet your needs.

  • Bitwala Token: We’ve tokenized ourselves! Invest in BWALA tokens today and step beyond being just a user—become an owner. Unlock the power of economic equality, shape the company’s direction, and join a thriving community that's leading innovation in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

  • Curve Partnership: We’ve partnered with Curve to enhance your financial freedom! Curve is a new kind of digital wallet that doesn’t just store your cards. It supercharges them. So you can earn hundreds in extra cashback. And thousands in extra credit card points. You can put a stop to fees abroad for good. And unlock the power to Go Back in Time® to switch payments from one card to another – months after you’ve paid!

  • Physical Cards: In partnership with Striga, we have Visa cards ready for beta testing. Be one of the first users to get a fully functional physical card backed with direct crypto spending abilities, enabling transactions in Bitcoin and Ethereum at every merchant that accepts Visa.

  • CryptoKnights: Bitwala has been chosen to participate in the first season of CryptoKnights, a TV show dedicated exclusively to crypto projects. Think Shark Tank meets blockchain: in August, our founders presented our 'living on bitcoin' concept to a panel of top experts, highlighting the real-world potential and accessibility of cryptocurrency. The show premieres early next year, and we can't wait to share the official trailer here with you.
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Re: Bitwala - Bitcoin & Ether Trading, Wallets, Euro Account & Visa Debit Card
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bitwala
on 17/12/2024, 14:53:48 UTC


        Hi Bitcoiner!
          
        Though we've been quiet lately, it doesn't mean things have been standing still at Bitwala. Behind the scenes, a lot has been going on.

        Here comes a quick update on what's new:

        • Savings Plan: Build wealth on your own terms with our flexible Savings Plan, designed to help you strategically invest in Bitcoin and Ethereum. Leverage the Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) strategy to navigate market volatility and steadily build a solid portfolio over time. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting your crypto journey, the Savings Plan is tailored to meet your needs.

        • Bitwala Token: We’ve tokenized ourselves! Invest in BWALA tokens today and step beyond being just a user—become an owner. Unlock the power of economic equality, shape the company’s direction, and join a thriving community that's leading innovation in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

        • Curve Partnership: We’ve partnered with Curve to enhance your financial freedom! Curve is a new kind of digital wallet that doesn’t just store your cards. It supercharges them. So you can earn hundreds in extra cashback. And thousands in extra credit card points. You can put a stop to fees abroad for good. And unlock the power to Go Back in Time® to switch payments from one card to another – months after you’ve paid!

        • Physical Cards: In partnership with Striga, we have Visa cards ready for beta testing. Be one of the first users to get a fully functional physical card backed with direct crypto spending abilities, enabling transactions in Bitcoin and Ethereum at every merchant that accepts Visa.

        • CryptoKnights: Bitwala has been chosen to participate in the first season of CryptoKnights, a TV show dedicated exclusively to crypto projects. Think Shark Tank meets blockchain: in August, our founders presented our 'living on bitcoin' concept to a panel of top experts, highlighting the real-world potential and accessibility of cryptocurrency. The show premieres early next year, and we can't wait to share the official trailer here with you.
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        Re: Bitwala - Bitcoin & Ether Trading, Wallets, Euro Account & Visa Debit Card
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        bitwala
        on 17/12/2024, 14:51:31 UTC


              Hi Bitcoiner!
                
              Though we've been quiet lately, it doesn't mean things have been standing still at Bitwala. Behind the scenes, a lot has been going on.

              Here comes a quick update on what's new:

              • Savings Plan: Build wealth on your own terms with our flexible Savings Plan, designed to help you strategically invest in Bitcoin and Ethereum. Leverage the Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) strategy to navigate market volatility and steadily build a solid portfolio over time. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting your crypto journey, the Savings Plan is tailored to meet your needs.

              • Bitwala Token: We’ve tokenized ourselves! Invest in BWALA tokens today and step beyond being just a user—become an owner. Unlock the power of economic equality, shape the company’s direction, and join a thriving community that's leading innovation in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

              • Curve Partnership: We’ve partnered with Curve to enhance your financial freedom! Curve is a new kind of digital wallet that doesn’t just store your cards. It supercharges them. So you can earn hundreds in extra cashback. And thousands in extra credit card points. You can put a stop to fees abroad for good. And unlock the power to Go Back in Time® to switch payments from one card to another – months after you’ve paid!

              • Physical Cards: In partnership with Striga, we have Visa cards ready for beta testing. Be one of the first users to get a fully functional physical card backed with direct crypto spending abilities, enabling transactions in Bitcoin and Ethereum at every merchant that accepts Visa.

              • CryptoKnights: Bitwala has been chosen to participate in the first season of CryptoKnights, a TV show dedicated exclusively to crypto projects. Think Shark Tank meets blockchain: in August, our founders presented our 'living on bitcoin' concept to a panel of top experts, highlighting the real-world potential and accessibility of cryptocurrency. The show premieres early next year, and we can't wait to share the official trailer here with you.

              Blog
              For more stories, updates, and features check out our blog.[/list][/list][/list]
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              What's new at Bitwala?
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              bitwala
              on 17/12/2024, 14:48:27 UTC


                    Hi Bitcoiner!
                     
                    Though we've been quiet lately, it doesn't mean things have been standing still at Bitwala. Behind the scenes, a lot has been going on.

                    Here comes a quick update on what's new:

                    • Savings Plan: Build wealth on your own terms with our flexible Savings Plan, designed to help you strategically invest in Bitcoin and Ethereum. Leverage the Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) strategy to navigate market volatility and steadily build a solid portfolio over time. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting your crypto journey, the Savings Plan is tailored to meet your needs.

                    • Bitwala Token: We’ve tokenized ourselves! Invest in BWALA tokens today and step beyond being just a user—become an owner. Unlock the power of economic equality, shape the company’s direction, and join a thriving community that's leading innovation in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

                    • Curve Partnership: We’ve partnered with Curve to enhance your financial freedom! Curve is a new kind of digital wallet that doesn’t just store your cards. It supercharges them. So you can earn hundreds in extra cashback. And thousands in extra credit card points. You can put a stop to fees abroad for good. And unlock the power to Go Back in Time® to switch payments from one card to another – months after you’ve paid!

                    • Physical Cards: In partnership with Striga, we have Visa cards ready for beta testing. Be one of the first users to get a fully functional physical card backed with direct crypto spending abilities, enabling transactions in Bitcoin and Ethereum at every merchant that accepts Visa.

                    • CryptoKnights: Bitwala has been chosen to participate in the first season of CryptoKnights, a TV show dedicated exclusively to crypto projects. Think Shark Tank meets blockchain: in August, our founders presented our 'living on bitcoin' concept to a panel of top experts, highlighting the real-world potential and accessibility of cryptocurrency. The show premieres early next year, and we can't wait to share the official trailer here with you.

                    Blog
                    For more stories, updates, and features check out our blog.
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                    Re: Bitwala - Bitcoin & Ether Trading, Wallets, Euro Account & Visa Debit Card
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                    bitwala
                    on 24/11/2023, 10:15:37 UTC
                    The New Visa Debit Card for Crypto Enthusiasts

                    Exciting News! We are introducing our new virtual Visa Debit Card for direct spending of Bitcoin, Ether, and Euro funds on online purchases.

                    Say goodbye to the hassle of having to convert crypto to euros and transferring it to a bank account.

                    Get your crypto-powered Visa Debit Card today and start shopping with the currency of tomorrow!
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                    Re: Bitwala - Bitcoin & Ether Trading, Wallets, Euro Account & Visa Debit Card
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                    bitwala
                    on 22/11/2023, 16:02:42 UTC
                    Yeah, I was suspecting that user deposits would still be accessible since EU has some pretty stringent regulations for requiring the use of a partner bank for custody, among other things (It's the reason why most forex sites and e-wallets have a disclaimer that says their services are offered by "Bank of ABC Natural Name ltd").
                    Yes, you are right. Our former banking partner Solaris is obliged to provide access to the funds in the bank account for at least three years. However, users have to actively request there funds back, in case they have forgotten to withdraw their funds before the announced closure.

                    The funds can be requested back by getting in touch with their customer support: https://www.solarisgroup.com/en/support/nuri/transfer/
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                    Re: Bitwala - Bitcoin & Ether Trading, Wallets, Euro Account & Visa Debit Card
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                    bitwala
                    on 20/11/2023, 14:25:06 UTC
                    On their website, they say "Established since 2014". Started as Bitwala, rebranded to Nuri and now back as Bitwala?
                    So I don't know if it's just a continuation? Or now the company is under new ownership?
                    Yes, it is a continuation; however, it's a new entity led by the former co-founder and head of trading, together with a team of former engineers.
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                    Re: Bitwala - Bitcoin & Ether Trading, Wallets, Euro Account & Visa Debit Card
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                    bitwala
                    on 20/11/2023, 14:23:20 UTC
                    This is the new Bitwala company, the old Bitwala went bankrupt last year after the name-change and halted all their services.
                    Yes, this is correct. This is a new company. With a former investor, we took over the intellectual property, including the app, the technology behind the self-custodial wallets, and the brand, including the trademark and name.

                    Please do clarify - what exactly happened during the bankruptcy proceedings?
                    After filing for insolvency, we didn’t find an acquirer, so ultimately the company had to be liquidated. The liquidation proceedings are still managed by the insolvency administrator.

                    The assets in the bank account, as well as in the custodial wallet, can be requested back from Solarisbank until today. The assets in the self-custodial wallet (Vaults) can be restored externally by means of the seeds or transferred into the new Bitwala app. All services were discontinued on the 19th of December 2022.

                    Unlike other crypto neobanks, we have not speculated with customer funds, and with the exception of our tragic partnership with Celsius, all funds can be restored or requested back from Solarisbank.
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                    Bitwala - Bitcoin & Ether Trading, Wallets, Euro Account & Visa Debit Card
                    by
                    bitwala
                    on 17/11/2023, 14:44:37 UTC





                    Welcome to our official Bitwala Bitcointalk Thread

                    We're excited to announce our comeback. At Bitwala, our commitment to making the world of cryptocurrencies more accessible and user-friendly has persisted. With the launch of our new app, we're continuing our mission.

                    Starting a new chapter, we reintroduce Bitwala’s most valued features from the past—simple custody, self-custody, trading, a euro account, and a debit card—in the face of extraordinary macroeconomic challenges in the world.

                    Our partnership with Striga enables the efficient management of regulatory obligations through specialised APIs, allowing us to focus on delivering an enhanced, user-centric crypto-banking experience.

                    Bitwala’s Key Products and Services

                    • Mobile App: You can manage your Bitwala account and transactions on the go, using our mobile app for both Android and iOS.
                    • Bitcoin and Ethereum Wallets: You can store, send and receive bitcoin and ether using self-custody wallets called Vaults and custody wallets.
                    • Euro Account: You receive an individual virtual IBAN that welcomes SEPA deposits from and withdrawals to a bank account that is registered in your name.
                    • Crypto Trading: You can buy and sell bitcoin and ether 24/7 with instant settlements on your wallets and your euro account.
                    • Visa Debit Card: You can order a debit card enabling you to spend your bitcoin, ether, and euro balances and withdraw cash from an ATM.

                    Security
                    We prioritise security and recommend using our self-custody wallets for long-term storage. The Bitcoin Vaults are safeguarded by a 2-out-of-3-multi-signature setup, and the Ethereum Vaults are safeguarded by a seed phrase. In both cases, the seed phrases are shown to the user ONLY ONCE during the setup of the Vault. At no point does Bitwala have access to or knowledge of the seed phrases. Ensuring the secure storage of the seed phrases (private keys) by the user is paramount.

                    Compliance & Availability
                    Regulated in Europe, Bitwala is available for residents of the countries within the European Economic Area, with one exception—Germany. We are actively working to extend our services to Germany as soon as possible.

                    Legal
                    Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy

                    Our Legacy
                    Founded in 2014, Bitwala is based in Berlin, Germany. Our journey began with the aim of simplifying the use of crypto in everyday life. We set out to create a platform bridging the gap between traditional finance and cryptocurrencies, making digital assets accessible to a wider audience. To learn more about Bitwala's journey, read the Story of Bitwala.

                    See also our Legacy Bitcointalk Thread

                    Nuri's Insolvency
                    The crypto landscape has seen its fair share of ups and downs, and the insolvency of Nuri served as a wake-up call for many in the industry. We acknowledge the importance of transparency and reliability in the crypto world.

                    We’ve learned from such incidents and have made it a priority to strengthen our platform's security and communication to provide users with greater confidence.

                    Press

                    Find us on Social Media

                    Official Website
                    bitwala.com

                    Blog
                    For more stories, updates, and features check out our blog.

                    Support
                    If you need any help don’t hesitate to comment in this thread, check out our Support Center or contact our Customer Support Team. This includes questions that are related to the insolvency of Nuri.

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                    Re: Bitwala - Blockchain Banking
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                    bitwala
                    on 17/12/2019, 17:08:40 UTC
                    Today's Market Watch by Bitwala’s Trading team covers the market decreasing due to PlusToken scam, Bitcoin miners capitulation and the US Central Bank prints $425 billion. Check it out right here:

                    https://www.bitwala.com/market-watch/
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                    Re: Bitwala - Blockchain Banking
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                    bitwala
                    on 16/12/2019, 15:37:36 UTC
                    We are grateful for the overwhelming response to our Cyber Monday campaign and can confirm we have issued the bonus payments to almost all eligible users on Friday 13/12. Proof of payment can be found on the blockchain.

                    Some users might be affected by a synchronization issue we are experiencing with our wallet provider, meaning the funds are not visible in the Bitwala account. We are working full speed to resolve the issue in due time and will provide an update once the issue has been resolved.



                    Wir freuen uns sehr über die überwältigende Teilnahme an unserer Cyber Monday Promo und bestätigen, dass wir Auszahlungen an fast alle berechtigten Nutzer am Freitag, den 13.12. getätigt haben, was auf der Blockchain nachvollzogen werden kann.

                    Einige Nutzer sind von einem Sync-Problem betroffen, welches den Stand der Bitcoin in der Bitwala Wallet inkorrekt darstellt. Wir arbeiten mit höchster Priorität an der Behebung des Problems und halten euch auf dem Laufenden, sobald der Sachverhalt gelöst ist.
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                    Re: Bitwala - Blockchain Banking
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                    bitwala
                    on 10/12/2019, 08:35:47 UTC
                    Quick and easy coverage of the awesome Bitwala DebitCard by Cryptomode! Catch the latest mention of Bitwala here:

                    https://cryptomode.com/the-bitwala-crypto-debit-card-is-designed-for-global-spending/
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                    Re: Bitwala - Blockchain Banking
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                    bitwala
                    on 06/12/2019, 12:55:41 UTC
                    The Market Watch by Bitwala's trading team is live - check the latest update on Bitcoin's latest price action and being undervalued, as well as new physically-backed bitcoin ETP here:

                    https://www.bitwala.com/market-watch/
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                    Re: Bitwala - Blockchain Banking
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                    bitwala
                    on 02/12/2019, 12:48:49 UTC
                    Get 30 euro worth of bitcoin this Cyber Monday!

                    Bitwala account + free Bitcoin = A gift that keeps on giving  Smiley

                    https://www.bitwala.com/get-30-euro-worth-of-bitcoin-cyber-monday/
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                    Re: Bitwala - Blockchain Banking
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                    bitwala
                    on 01/12/2019, 22:32:39 UTC
                    We’re giving away 30 euro worth of ₿ when you sign up to Bitwala and create a Bitcoin wallet.

                    Starting from Sunday midnight to Monday midnight, don’t miss the exclusive Bitwala CyberMonday offer!

                    Create your own account now - https://app.bitwala.com/onboarding  Smiley
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                    Re: Bitwala - Blockchain Banking
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                    bitwala
                    on 29/11/2019, 16:18:46 UTC
                    The Market Watch by Bitwala's trading team is live - check the latest update on Bitcoin bullish signals, Bakkt new all-time high, Upbit exchange hack and more here:

                    https://www.bitwala.com/market-watch/
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                    Re: Bitwala - Blockchain Banking
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                    bitwala
                    on 20/11/2019, 14:19:00 UTC
                    Hi,

                    is there any problem with the registration?
                    After i get my verf. email and try to confirm, the link go to the app page and there you only can register again.

                    Hi Micaxel,

                    Please check if you can use the "Login" instead. It should be in the upper left corner.

                    Let us know if it worked.
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                    Re: Bitwala - Blockchain Banking
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                    bitwala
                    on 20/11/2019, 07:50:19 UTC
                    The Market Watch by Bitwala's trading team is live - check the latest update on Bitcoin breaking the EMA ribbon, stock-to-flow, and new checking accounts by Google here:

                    https://www.bitwala.com/market-watch/