Bitcoin Payments App Strike Enters UK as Global Expansion Rolls Out
Summary
Strike, a payment application that utilizes the Bitcoin blockchain, has begun operations in the UK. This expansion comes after the company's recent rollouts in Europe and Africa. UK customers can now use the Strike app to buy, sell, and withdraw funds, as well as send and receive bitcoin or sterling. Strike now operates in over 100 countries and territories globally. The company plans to serve clients cross-border from its European base and will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements through the Financial Conduct Authority-registered firm Engelbert. Strike was developed by Zap Solutions, a Chicago-based startup, and uses Bitcoin's Lightning Network for payments.
