Strike Expands Bitcoin Payment Services to Europe

The Bitcoin payments app Strike has officially launched across Europe, offering a range of services including local currency remittances using the Lightning Network.

• Strike's expansion into Europe includes features like buying, selling, and transferring Bitcoin as well as local currency payments.
• The app leverages the Bitcoin Lightning Network for fast and low-cost transactions, enhancing financial inclusion across the continent.
• European users can now engage in global peer-to-peer transfers and local currency remittances to several regions including Africa and Latin America.
• Despite the competitive landscape in Europe, Strike's CEO Jack Mallers views the region as a significant market for Bitcoin adoption.
• The launch follows Strike's recent expansions in Latin America and Africa, marking its presence in over 70 countries worldwide.

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