Nigerian blockchain startup Bingtellar says it is building modern cross-border payments infrastructure and tools for Africa, streamlining global transactions for individuals and businesses. Founded in 2022 by Joshua Tebepina, CEO, and Arepade Peremi, CTO, Bingtellar enables swift and cost-effective cross-border transactions into or across Africa for diaspora, freelancers, remote teams, international contractors, and businesses. Picture it as the “Wise for Africa”, harnessing the efficiency of stablecoins to reduce both costs and transaction times significantly,” Tebepina told Disrupt Africa. Bingtellar originated from the personal experiences of its co-founders, who faced first-hand challenges with the inefficiencies of the existing financial system for cross-border transactions in Africa. “Our focus is on building a robust user base and delivering a seamless and affordable cross-border payment experience.
