Bitwala Announces Global Transfers For Ether, Litecoin, Dogecoin And Dash

Bitwala Announces Global Transfers For Ether, Litecoin, Dogecoin And Dash

Bitwala, a crypto-to-SEPA service that allows fiat currency transfers towards settlements from users who pay in cryptocurrency, now offers the least expensive way to use altcoins for international transfers, providing an economical option for the unbanked who wish to send money across borders, the company announced on its website. Users can make SWIFT or SEPA transfers using altcoins. Bitwala made the announcement following its recent partnership with the ShapeShift.io exchange, which makes it possible for users to transfer altcoins and bitcoins globally, CCN reported. The integration....


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