Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has launched the Bitget Card, a Visa-powered payment solution designed to enable seamless crypto-to-fiat transactions for everyday spending. The card was developed in partnership with global payments giant Visa and digital currency solutions provider DCS.
The initial rollout is targeting select markets within the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, with plans to expand further. At launch, the card will be available in a digital-only format, with a physical card expected to follow within a few months.
The core functionality allows users to spend their cryptocurrency holdings directly at any merchant that accepts Visa. The conversion from crypto to fiat currency is handled instantly at the point of sale, eliminating the need for users to manually convert assets on an exchange before making a purchase. Bitget emphasizes that this process mitigates the typical friction associated with off-ramping funds.
To incentivize adoption, Bitget is offering users up to 20% cashback on purchases and promises low foreign exchange (FX) fees for international use. Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget, framed the launch as a significant step in crypto adoption, stating the card operates "quietly in the background," reflecting a shift where "crypto becomes infrastructure, not an interruption."
This move is part of Bitget's broader strategy to position itself as a "universal exchange" and advance its vision of embedding cryptocurrency into daily financial life.
