Why crypto remittance companies are flocking to Mexico
Mexico has a burgeoning crypto remittance market that has immense potential. Mexico is the second-largest recipient of remittances in the world, according to 2021 World Bank statistics. Remittances to the nation jumped to a record $5.3 billion in July, which is a 16.5% increase year-over-year compared to the same period last year. The steady growth presents myriad opportunities for fintech companies.Not surprisingly, droves of crypto companies are setting up shop in Mexico to claim a share of the burgeoning remittance market.Over the past year alone, about half a dozen crypto giants,....
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