Popular pro-cryptocurrency web browser Opera has announced major updates for its blockchain-based browser on Android systems, including expanding .
Opera, the world’s first Web 3 ready browser and the first to introduce built-in crypto wallets across mobile and computer devices, has announced major updates for the Android version of its browser. According to a press release shared with CryptoGlobe, the Norwegian-based company is adding several new features, including an expansion to the entire EU, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico and Switzerland of seamless wallet top ups, allowing users to buy cryptocurrency directly from the built-in wallet. The feature was already available for U.S.-based users.
Opera is giving users access to cloudless, decentralized web networks through IPFS-protocol support, which the company claims will change the way data is accessed online. The web browser is also allowing users to register .crypto domain names and wallet addresses to easily send and receive cryptocurrency, via a partnership with Unstoppable domains.
According to the press release, Opera is partnering with U.S. cryptocurrency-brokerage Wyre to enable easy cryptoasset purchases directly through the browser’s built-in wallet. Using a Visa or Mastercard debit card, users will be able to buy BTC or ETH directly from their wallets.
Charles hame, Head of Crypto at Opera Browsers, explained,
Being able to acquire cryptocurrencies without having to go through an exchange, directly from the wallet makes the process easy for our users. Expanding this feature to more regions is key to driving blockchain-adoption.
Opera currently has more than 360 million users worldwide. the press release touts its monthly active user base increased by over 40% in the last half of 2019 year-over-year.
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