Garanti BBVA Kripto part of the BBVA Group, has chosen Bit2Me, a leader in cryptocurrency solutions, to become its execution center for crypto currency buy/sell orders of their clients. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone in the adoption of cryptocurrencies within one of the world’s most dynamic markets.
Türkiye ranks as the third-largest market globally for cryptocurrency adoption (Triple-A Data), underscoring the growing demand for secure and regulated digital asset platforms. With a population exceeding 85 million, the partnership between Garanti BBVA Kripto and Bit2Me lays the foundation for mass adoption of cryptocurrencies, leveraging the trust and credibility of a global banking leader combined with Bit2Me’s technological expertise.
From right to left: Gabriel Ayala, Managing Director of Banking Solutions at Bit2Me; Korcan Abali. Founder CEO, Garanti BBVA Dijital Varliklar; Kayra Sengul: Head of Trading; Umut Özaşkın, Trader; Zeynep Akdan: Digital Assets Specialist; Abel Peña, CSO at Bit2Me
A Regulated Crypto Future Post-MiCA
The collaboration comes at a pivotal time following the implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) in the European Union on December 30, 2024. MiCA creates a robust legal framework for cryptocurrencies, enabling traditional financial institutions to enter the digital asset space confidently. The banking sector is increasingly turning to cryptocurrencies as a means to monetize their customer base and compete with challenger.
A Trusted and Experienced Partner
With over a decade of experience, Bit2Me stands out for its commitment to compliance and regulatory alignment, a factor that was instrumental in BBVA’s decision to choose Bit2Me as its strategic partner.
According to Leif Ferreira, co-founder and CEO at Bit2Me, “2025 marks the starting gun for banks to offer crypto buy/sell services. Thanks to the API-driven transformation of our infrastructure, Bit2Me not only serves over 1 million retail users but also boasts a client base of more than 6,000 companies. Additionally, we are collaborating with over 50 financial institutions to help them launch their crypto products this year”.
Gabriel Ayala, Managing Director of Bank Solutions at Bit2Me explained: “”Bit2Me’s collaboration with Garanti BBVA Kripto represents a groundbreaking step in bridging traditional banking with digital assets, paving the way for mass adoption in Türkiye, the world’s third-largest crypto market. This partnership underscores the transformative potential of regulated cryptocurrency solutions post-MiCA”.
Abel Peña, CSO from Bit2Me, emphasized the transformative role of traditional banking: “In the coming years, banks worldwide will play a key role in normalizing access to Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. By embracing this shift, financial institutions ensure Bitcoin’s growth becomes unstoppable, proving that technology knows no borders.”
Bridging Traditional Finance and Digital Assets
By entering the Turkish market—one of the most promising crypto economies globally—Bit2Me and Garanti Kripto BBVA aim to empower millions of users to access a secure, regulated, and user-friendly platform for digital asset management.
This agreement not only strengthens BBVA’s position as a forward-thinking leader in digital finance but also demonstrates the vital role of partnerships between traditional banking institutions and established cryptocurrency providers like Bit2Me.
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