Published in CryptoStars·PinnedAnnouncing Beans: A blockchain-based app that handles cross-currency paymentsBeans will offer simple, free international money transfers (and healthy-yield savings accounts) to users around the world — If you’ve been in the blockchain community long enough, you probably remember the cynical claim that blockchain was “just a solution looking for a problem.” Today, most people recognize the many applications for blockchain technology, but crypto still isn’t widely used for making payments. …Cryptocurrency5 min readCryptocurrency5 min read
Published in CryptoStars·Jan 31Launching beans: Free cross-currency payments app is now in Public Beta!The first non-custodial wallet with account recovery and seamless cross-currency payments is now open for everybody! — With Bitcoin almost being 14 years old, it’s time that the world sees true mass adoption of crypto payments. To realize this, we need free and fast payments, that are interoperable with traditional financial systems. We created Beans app to bridge these 2 worlds; to show the world the power…Cryptocurrency4 min readCryptocurrency4 min read
Published in CryptoStars·Jan 10Account Recovery: A Game-Changer in Crypto AdoptionA guide to explain how account recovery works and how it’s a game-changer in crypto adoption. — Introduction Beans app is a non-custodial wallet designed for mass adoption by people who may not have a lot of experience with cryptocurrencies or blockchain. One of the challenges of this approach is that many people are unfamiliar with how to handle private keys, which can be confusing, technically challenging, and…Blockchain Development4 min readBlockchain Development4 min read
Jan 3How To Send Money Internationally with No Fees!A step-by-step tutorial on getting your money to the other side of the world! — Introduction Everyone who regularly sends money abroad knows what a hassle it can be to get the right amount of money within the right amount of time in the right place, and all of this within a certain budget. …Blockchain Startup4 min readBlockchain Startup4 min read
Published in CryptoStars·Dec 27, 2022Beans Case Study #1: How our users use Beans to send money!The story of Seeker, a Stellar and Beans enthusiast — A Beans Case Study In the Beans case study mini-series we are taking a deep dive into the story of our users. We explore their ideology and thoughts about money, how they explore new opportunities, what their motives are, and in today's episode; How they teach the next generation to think smarter about money…Cryptocurrency4 min readCryptocurrency4 min read
Nov 10, 2022Beans Developer Update </November>Soft-launching the Beans app! — What’s up! Hi everyone🌱! It’s the beginning of the month again, which means we are back with a new developer diary. We will have some small updates on the beans app, as well as some super good news about the soft launch and Meridian. …Cryptocurrency News4 min readCryptocurrency News4 min read
Published in CryptoStars·Oct 26, 2022The problem bitcoin didn’t solve…Over the past few years Bitcoin has made giant strides to become a store of value, positioning it as “Digital Gold”. With Central Banks creating ever more fiat money, Bitcoin has become a safe haven for an increasing diverse set of people. As an example, Microstrategy announced the purchase of…Cryptocurrency6 min readCryptocurrency6 min read
Published in CryptoStars·Oct 6, 2022How Stellar changes Fiat-to-Crypto on-ramps!Introduction In our previous article, we talked about the finality of the Stellar blockchain, and how it opens up the possibilities to create a standardized and unified blockchain experience. One of these innovations, called ramps, describes a way for issuers of stablecoins to implement their on- and off-ramp in a standardized…Stellar4 min readStellar4 min read
Published in CryptoStars·Sep 26, 2022How Stellar solves the blockchain finality challengeIntroduction The world of blockchain and cryptocurrency once was a space desolate, new, and scary. Only a small group knew and understood what crypto was and how it had to be used. Times, however, have changed. Blockchain technology is slowly starting to go mainstream, and more and more people are interacting…Blockchain Technology5 min readBlockchain Technology5 min read
Sep 17, 2022Announcing ARS/PEN bank deposits through ANCLAP!An intro to our Pesos and Sol stablecoin provider — A new partnership! We are super excited to announce yet another partnership, this time with ANCLAP! They will start on- and off-ramping the Argentinan Peso (ARS) and Peruvian Sol (PEN) Stablecoins in beans! Home | Anclap Since 2017 Anclap is focused on developing a digital, open, and global payment network, connecting the financial systems…home.anclap.comBlockchain Startup3 min readBlockchain Startup3 min read
