Wenia is a digital‑asset ecosystem that lets users create a crypto account, buy the stablecoin COPW (pegged 1:1 to the Colombian peso), and convert it into other cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ether, and USD‑linked stablecoins. The platform also offers a no‑fee Wenia Card, enabling seamless payments with crypto at any Mastercard‑accepted merchant via Apple Pay or Google Pay.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many users in Colombia lack easy, regulated ways to acquire, hold, and spend digital assets, facing fragmented services, high fees, and limited integration with everyday payment methods.
Solution
Wenia offers a mobile ecosystem that lets users create a crypto account, purchase the Colombian peso‑pegged stablecoin COPW, and convert it to a range of cryptocurrencies and stablecoins such as Bitcoin, Ether, USDW, and EURC. The platform provides a free Wenia Card, linked to Mastercard, enabling seamless payments online and in‑store via Apple Pay, Google Pay, or the card’s physical number. Users can transfer crypto peer‑to‑peer, withdraw funds to bank accounts, and manage all assets from a single app, simplifying entry into the digital economy while maintaining regulatory compliance and security.
Target Audience
Primary customers are Colombian individuals and freelancers seeking a regulated, user‑friendly way to acquire, hold, and spend cryptocurrencies, as well as merchants who want to accept crypto payments through standard payment networks.
Features
- Integrated mobile app for account creation, crypto purchase, conversion, and portfolio management
- COPW stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the Colombian peso, serving as a bridge to other digital assets
- Support for major cryptocurrencies (BTC, ETH) and stablecoins (USDW, EURC, POL, SOL, AVAX)
- Free Wenia Card with Mastercard network acceptance, usable through Apple Pay, Google Pay, or direct card number
- Peer‑to‑peer crypto transfers and external wallet compatibility
- Direct bank withdrawals and deposits for fiat conversion
- Transparent smart‑contract audits and reserve proofs for stablecoins