Opera has said that users of its cell and desktop browsers can now buy cryptocurrencies using Apple Pay and debit cards in the US.
The Norwegian web developer joined forces with Wyre, a US-licensed cash transmitter in the cryptocurrency sector, to activate this feature.

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Opera noted that its US users can now buy Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) directly from the browser’s crypto pockets.
Android customers can purchase using debit playing cards, while Apple iOS users can buy cryptocurrencies using Apple Pay.
Charles Hamel, head of Crypto at Opera browsers, said: “Allowing our users to easily load cryptocurrency into their browser’s digital wallet is very powerful, as it connects the Web to a global internet-native payment network.”
Opera Wyre’s solution on Apple devices works seamlessly with Apple Pay, thereby enabling customers to top up an account in less than 30 seconds.

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By GlobalData“In the past, obtaining cryptocurrencies was a cumbersome process that took hours or even days. When you compare it with this seamless solution, which takes less than 30 seconds, it really is a gamechanger,” Hamel added.
Opera noted that it also intends to very soon introduce seamless crypto top-ups in other countries as well.
It also intends to proceed in search of methods to eliminate difficulties in cryptocurrency adoption.