Tether Acquires Minority Stake in Bit2Me and Leads €30 Million Investment Round

• Tether Ventures, the independent investment arm of Tether, the largest company in the digital asset industry and issuer of the world's most capitalized stablecoin —USDT—has acquired a minority stake in Bit2Me and is leading a €30 million investment round.
  
• Bit2Me has become the first Spanish-speaking fintech to receive authorization from Spain's CNMV to operate as a Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) under the European Union's MiCA regulation. This milestone, along with the entry of new investors led by Tether, will support Bit2Me's expansion plans across the European Union and strengthen its operations in Argentina and other Latin American countries.

MADRID, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tether, a global leader in the digital asset industry and issuer of the world's most capitalized stablecoin, USDT, has acquired a stake in Bit2Me, the leading digital asset platform in the Spanish-speaking market. This strategic acquisition positions Tether as the main backer of an investment round that will total €30 million over the coming months, alongside the participation of additional strategic investors.

Tether Ventures, based in El Salvador, is spearheading the operation as part of its global strategy to support impactful tech projects in both emerging and developed markets.

Tether's investment in Bit2Me, combined with Bit2Me's newly obtained EU regulatory license and the backing of future strategic partners, will facilitate the Spanish company to accelerate its expansion across the EU, while also reinforcing its footprint in Argentina and other parts of Latin America, consolidating its position as a key player in both the European and Spanish-speaking crypto ecosystems.

Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, stated: "Bit2Me has shown a strong commitment to building secure, transparent, and regulation-compliant infrastructure with a user-first approach. Their focus on education, transparency, and usability aligns with Tether's vision of an open financial system that empowers individuals through technology. We're excited to support their growth and role in developing regulated crypto-asset services in Europe and beyond."

Andrei Manuel, Co-founder and COO of Bit2Me, commented: "Having a global leader like Tether as part of our shareholder structure elevates Bit2Me to a new level within the international crypto ecosystem. Together, we aim to lead the market's development in both Europe and Latin America—a region that is beginning to embrace decentralized finance. Bit2Me has always followed a clear path grounded in legality, transparency, and a strong commitment to doing things right for our customers."

Pablo Casadio, Co-founder and CFO of Bit2Me, added: "Bit2Me is already backed by top-tier investors and institutions such as Telefónica, Unicaja, Cecabank, BBVA, and Investcorp. With over a decade of experience, we've earned the trust of more than 7,000 businesses and millions of users worldwide. Tether's support marks a pivotal moment for Bit2Me to scale further in customers, operations, and global reach."

About Bit2Me

Bit2Me is the leading digital asset company in Spain, officially registered with the CNMV as a Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP). With over 10 years of experience building crypto infrastructure, the company holds several certifications in cybersecurity and regulatory compliance, including: ISO 27001 for Information Security Management; ISO 22301 for Business Continuity Management; ISO 37001 for Anti-Bribery and Corporate Ethics; ISO 37301 for Compliance Management Systems; UNE 19601 for Criminal Compliance Management; and the CSA STAR Level 1 certification.

The company is also strongly committed to crypto education and adoption through Bit2Me Academy, the largest Spanish-language educational platform on cryptocurrencies, offering more than 450 free articles and certified courses.

Disclaimer

This crypto-asset advertising communication has not been reviewed or approved by any competent authority of any Member State of the European Union. Investment in crypto-assets is not regulated, may not be suitable for retail investors, and may involve the loss of the entire amount invested. It is important to read and understand the risks of this investment, which are explained in detail at https://bit2me.com/legal/advertising.

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