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Bhutan Welcomes Binance CEO as Country Celebrates Crypto-enabled Travel with 1,000 Vendors Onboarded

Bhutan Welcomes Binance CEO as Country Celebrates Crypto-enabled Travel with 1,000 Vendors Onboarded

10 July 2025 Press Release Travel Technology News Tourism News

Richard Teng, CEO of Binance, the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider, arrived in Bhutan last week to officially launch the Kingdom’s partnership with Binance Pay. Visitors to the Kingdom can now use cryptocurrency for nearly every aspect of their trip. The milestone marks a bold step forward in Bhutan’s journey to become one of the most crypto-accessible destinations in the world.

Bhutan and Binance Pay Launch World’s First National Crypto Tourism Payment System

Bhutan and Binance Pay Launch World’s First National Crypto Tourism Payment System

12 May 2025 Press Release Travel Technology News

Experience a seamless crypto-powered journey — from flights and visas to local purchases in Bhutan. Bhutan is setting a new global standard in travel by becoming the first nation to implement a national-level crypto payment for tourism. This groundbreaking innovation allows travellers with Binance accounts to enjoy a completely cashless journey through Bhutan. Developed in partnership with Binance Pay and Bhutan’s fully digital DK Bank, the system offers a seamless, secure, and flexible end-to-end crypto payment experience. More than 100 merchants across the country, even those in remote areas, are now working with Binance Pay and DK Bank, enabling everything from booking flights to buying fresh fruit from roadside vendors to be paid for digitally, ensuring a seamless experience.