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Non-custodial crypto wallet Bitget Wallet has integrated with Pix, Brazil's instant payment system, through a partnership with local licensee Aeon, enabling users to pay directly with self-custodied cryptocurrency by scanning any Pix QR code.
The integration allows consumers to spend USDT and USDC across major blockchains including BNB, Ethereum, Solana, Tron, Ton and Base, whilst merchants continue to receive payments in Brazilian reais. Users can now pay with cryptocurrency at restaurants, shops, and in peer-to-peer transfers without requiring a bank account or intermediaries.
Pix, introduced by the Central Bank of Brazil in 2020, has become the country's dominant retail payment method, used by more than 150 million people and millions of businesses nationwide. The system processed 64 billion transactions worth USD 4.6 trillion in 2024 alone, representing a 53% year-over-year increase and 80% higher than the combined total of credit and debit card payments.
The payment system operates around the clock, including weekends and holidays, with transactions settling in seconds. This infrastructure has become embedded in daily life across Brazil, making it a significant gateway for cryptocurrency adoption in the region.
Jamie Elkaleh, CMO of Bitget Wallet
Jamie Elkaleh, CMO of Bitget Wallet, said:
"The integration of Pix marks a milestone for crypto adoption in Brazil. Our vision is to give users the freedom to pay with crypto anywhere, anytime, without barriers. By connecting to Pix, we are bridging global digital assets with Brazil's vibrant real-time payment infrastructure, making everyday crypto use as seamless as possible."
The Pix launch builds on Bitget Wallet's broader expansion into real-world payments in Brazil and Latin America. In August, the company introduced its USD-based zero-fee crypto card, providing users the ability to spend stablecoins globally at more than 150 million Mastercard-supported merchants.
The wallet incorporates integrated onramp and offramp services that allow users to buy or sell cryptocurrencies directly within the platform, positioning itself as a comprehensive self-custodial solution for both digital asset management and everyday spending. Bitget Wallet already supports QR-based payments globally through its Solana Pay integration and in Southeast Asia through national QR code integrations.
Bitget Wallet serves over 80 million users and supports 130+ blockchains and millions of tokens, enabling multi-chain trading across hundreds of decentralised exchanges and cross-chain bridges. The platform maintains a USD 300+ million user protection fund for security purposes.
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