Cryptocurrency wallet provider Blockchain.com held a large-scale presentation, during which he told about the company's plans for the future and new products.
Currently, the number of created on Blockchain.com cryptocurrency wallets have almost reached the 50 million mark. In may, these addresses accounted for 32% of all bitcoin network transactions. By 2030, the company plans to increase the number of wallets to one billion.
As for the wallet itself, developers continue to add new features. Now users can purchase bitcoins using Visa and MasterCard Bank cards. The feature will be available in many countries with support for most major Fiat currencies.
At the same time, the company announced support for the usdt stablecoin and the Algorithand token.
One of the most interesting innovations is cryptocurrency interest accounts. Users will be able to transfer their bitcoins to them and receive up to 4.5% per annum. At the same time, you can withdraw BTC at any time. In its blog, the company points out that the rates on dollar deposits in traditional banks are close to zero.
Along with this Blockchain.com introduces loans in "digital dollars" secured by BTC. The bid will be 5%. The loan is provided in USD Digital stablecoin. This feature is not yet available in the US, but the company promises a phased launch in each individual state.
In the coming weeks, the company will also introduce a unified interface for wallets, interest-only accounts, and exchanges. This allows users to see and control all their assets in one place.
Serious innovations have also affected its own exchange Blockchain.com. In the coming weeks, support for the Russian ruble will appear. The company noted that Russian users account for a significant share of the platform's traffic and volume, and support for the native currency will simplify the trading process for them.
Soon, the exchange will also add support for XRP in pairs with the dollar, Euro and bitcoin.
The company noted that the most popular request among traders was to add margin trading. The fast launch of the function has been officially confirmed, but the timing is still unknown.
In the coming weeks Blockchain.com it will also rebrand, updating not only the logo and design of the site, but also the interface of the block browser, wallet, and its exchange.
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