Ripio

Ripio is a cryptocurrency platform that facilitates the purchase and trading of Bitcoin and other digital assets, originally enabling users to buy Bitcoin in Argentinian Pesos. The company offers a comprehensive suite of crypto financial services including an exchange platform (xchg), a Bitcoin payment acceptance service (BitPagos), and wallet solutions for mobile users. Operating primarily in Latin American markets, Ripio focuses on providing accessible cryptocurrency on-ramps and financial inclusion tools for users in emerging economies. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in George Town, Cayman Islands, the company has raised $53.1 million in Series B funding. Ripio is backed by investors including Medici Ventures, Amasia, Digital Currency Group, Boost VC, Pantera Capital, and Fenbushi Capital, among others. The company employs approximately 159 people.