Jack Dorsey’s Block Goes Global with Bitkey Bitcoin Wallet Preorders

Kelvin Munene Murithi
December 7, 2023
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Under the leadership of Jack Dorsey, Block has announced a significant stride in the cryptocurrency market with the introduction of Bitkey, a Bitcoin hardware wallet. This latest venture by the former Twitter CEO reflects a deepening commitment to Bitcoin and its potential to revolutionize digital transactions. Bitkey heralded as a secure and user-friendly device for Bitcoin storage, is now open for preorders in over 95 countries, marking a significant global reach.

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Key Features and Market Focus

The Bitkey wallet, priced at $150 in the U.S., includes the wallet itself, a charging cable, a compatible mobile app, and essential recovery tools. Dorsey’s Block has strategically targeted several key markets, including the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Nigeria, Argentina, Mexico, and India. These regions are recognized for their potential to adopt Bitcoin for both long-term savings and cross-border payments. 

Lindsey Grossman, the business lead for Bitkey, emphasizes the device’s extensive international availability, although she remains discreet about internal sales projections. Currently exclusive to online orders, Block is also exploring potential retail partnerships.

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Dorsey’’s Commitment Beyond Revenue

The launch of Bitkey aligns with Dorsey’s ongoing advocacy for Bitcoin. Despite cryptocurrency not being a central revenue stream for Block, Dorsey’s commitment remains unwavering. Known previously as Square, Block primarily profits from its Cash App and Square business payments solutions. The integration of Bitcoin into Cash App in 2018 was pivotal, underlining Dorsey’s foresight in the role of digital currency in finance.

Dorsey’s vision extends beyond commercial success, focusing on Bitcoin as a tool to democratize financial access worldwide, particularly in developing countries. The wide availability of Bitkey in over 95 countries resonates with this ideology. Grossman echoes this sentiment, recognizing Bitcoin’s potential to address significant payment and economic challenges globally.

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Kelvin Munene is a crypto and finance journalist with over 5 years of experience, offering in-depth market analysis and expert commentary . With a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Actuarial Science from Mount Kenya University, Kelvin is known for his meticulous research and strong writing skills, particularly in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and financial markets. His work has been featured across top industry publications such as Coingape, Cryptobasic, MetaNews, Cryptotimes, Coinedition, TheCoinrepublic, Cryptotale, and Analytics Insight among others, where he consistently provides timely updates and insightful content. Kelvin’s focus lies in uncovering emerging trends in the crypto space, delivering factual and data-driven analyses that help readers make informed decisions. His expertise extends across market cycles, technological innovations, and regulatory shifts that shape the crypto landscape. Beyond his professional achievements, Kelvin has a passion for chess, traveling, and exploring new adventures.
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