Product updates
Aureo•29 October 2025
Buy Bitcoin at the Best Rate in Mexico: 0.99% spread (no other fees), only with Aureo
For a limited time, Aureo is offering a 0.99% spread fee (no other fees) to buy Bitcoin through its OTC desk.
EducationAureo•27 October 2025
Bitcoin vs Other Cryptocurrencies: a Monetary Analysis
When people start investing in Bitcoin, many wonder whether other cryptocurrencies, also known as altcoins, are worth considering. Competing narratives will try to pull you toward or away from Bitcoin.
EducationAureo•27 October 2025
How does Bitcoin work?
You probably know that there will only ever be 21 million Bitcoins, that it is decentralized, and that no one can create money out of thin air, censor transactions, confiscate funds, or create invalid transactions. But how is any of this possible?
Market outlookAureo•27 October 2025
Is it too late to buy in Bitcoin?
If you have not invested in Bitcoin yet, you have probably asked yourself this question. Everyone has a Bitcoin story: they heard about it years ago, ignored it, then came back later in disbelief.
EducationAureo•27 October 2025
What is Bitcoin? A Ten-Dimensional Model
When people are asked, "What is Bitcoin?", the most common answers sound familiar: "Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency". "Bitcoin is digital gold". "Bitcoin is electronic money".
Press releaseAureo•22 October 2025
Aureo Obtains the Bitcoin Service Provider (BSP) License in El Salvador
Aureo is proud to announce that the Central Bank of El Salvador (BCR) has granted our operating entity, Swapido S.A.S. de C.V. (operating as Aureo), a Bitcoin Service Provider (BSP) license.
Press releaseAureo•21 October 2025
Aureo Partners with Onramp to Build the First Latam-Native Multi-Institution Custody Solution
For years, individuals and companies in Latin America have struggled to keep their Bitcoin secure. They have often relied on unreliable advice and vulnerable solutions. The custody market has been stuck. Until now.
Press releaseAureo•19 October 2025
Swapido Rebrands to Aureo to Build a Latam-Native White-Glove Bitcoin Platform
With a bit of nostalgia, we’re parting ways with the name Swapido after running with it for a full year. Many of our clients and members of the Mexican Bitcoin community have complimented us on our brand name. It was truly the perfect fit for our MVP product, our Lightning offramp in Mexico, as it combined Swap and Rápido (Spanish for “fast”).
Press releaseAureo•19 October 2025
Aureo Raises $1.1M Pre-Seed from Early Riders to Build LatAm-Native Bitcoin Financial Services
The Aureo team is thrilled to announce we’ve raised a $1.1M USD pre-seed round with Early Riders to build the first LatAm-native Multi-Institution Custody (MIC) solution and support the growth and expansion of our other Bitcoin Financial Services.
Comunicado de prensaAureo•19 October 2025
Aureo Welcomes Maciej Cepnik as Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
Aureo is proud to announce that Maciej Cepnik has joined the company as Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).
Press releaseAureo•19 October 2025
Aureo Welcomes Nathaniel Kitzke as Co-Founder and Technical Advisor
Aureo is proud to announce that Nathaniel Kitzke has joined the company as Co-Founder and Fractional Technical Advisor.
Press releaseAureo•19 October 2025
Aureo Welcomes Tristan Borges Solari as Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer (CPO)
Aureo is proud to announce that Tristan Borges Solari has joined the company as Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer (CPO). As Bitcoin adoption accelerates in Mexico, Tristan will lead the design of Aureo’s website and product suite, while also contributing as a full-stack developer.
Product updates
Gustavo Flores Echaiz•06 May 2025
Swapido Integrates WebLN for Seamless Bitcoin Payments with Fedi in Mexico
Fedi empowers communities with financial freedom through Bitcoin and the Lightning Network. Its mission is to replace centralized gatekeepers with decentralized, community-run federations: networks of trusted nodes that ensure secure, private, and scalable digital transactions. Built on the Fedimint protocol, Fedi’s Federated Operating System makes Bitcoin accessible to all, especially in the Global South, by combining digital wallets, secure communication, and data storage into one community-controlled platform.
Press releaseGustavo Flores Echaiz•14 April 2025
Announcing SovereignTools.com: The Best Tool to Choose a Bitcoin Wallet in 2025 (Created by Swapido)
At Swapido, we understand that the world of Bitcoin can feel overwhelming - especially when it comes to choosing the right Bitcoin or Lightning Network wallet. Since our launch in October 2024, we've realized how early we are and how much education is needed.
GuidesGustavo Flores Echaiz•13 April 2025
100 Different Things You Can Pay with Bitcoin in Mexico
More and more people in Mexico are looking for ways to use their Bitcoin in everyday life, beyond just saving. If you’ve ever wondered, “What can I pay with Bitcoin in Mexico? Here’s a convenient and easy-to-use list of options you can pay for with the Swapido app.
GuidesGustavo Flores Echaiz•13 April 2025
How Digital Nomads, Expats, and Tourists Can Use Bitcoin to Pay Local Bank Accounts in Mexico with Swapido
Are you a Bitcoiner in Mexico? You’ve likely hit this issue: you’ve got Bitcoin, but locals—think landlords, Airbnb hosts, taxi drivers, or taco vendors—want pesos via bank transfer. No cards, no crypto, just a “transferencia”.
Press releaseGustavo Flores Echaiz•13 April 2025
Swapido: A Fast Alternative to Bitso for Selling Bitcoin in Mexico - Get an account in 5 minutes
Hitting Bitso’s limits and need a better way to sell Bitcoin for pesos in Mexico?
Press releaseGustavo Flores Echaiz•05 April 2025
Make a Video Paying with Swapido and We’ll Refund You in Bitcoin!
Want to try Swapido and get reimbursed for your purchases? We’ve got exciting news for you!
GuidesGustavo Flores Echaiz•27 March 2025
How to Join Swapido’s Affiliate Program and Earn a 50% Commission
Ready to turn your audience into a steady Bitcoin income stream? With Swapido’s affiliate program, you'll earn a generous 50% commission on every sign-up—for two full years. All it takes is sharing your personalized affiliate link.
GuidesGustavo Flores Echaiz•27 January 2025
How Do I Get Started with a Self-Custodial Lightning Network wallet?
Looking to sell Bitcoin in Mexico or pay directly to a bank account through Aureo, but don’t have a Lightning Network Wallet yet? This guide is for you.
GuidesGustavo Flores Echaiz•27 January 2025
How Do I Get Started with the Lightning Network?
Looking to sell Bitcoin in Mexico or pay directly to a bank account through Aureo, but don’t have a Lightning Network Wallet yet? This guide is for you.
GuidesGustavo Flores Echaiz•27 January 2025
How to Sell USDt (Tether) in Mexico using Aureo
Are you looking to cash out USDT (or another cryptocurrency) in Mexico and receive a bank transfer? Aureo is the right place for you.
Product updatesGustavo Flores Echaiz•23 December 2024
Swapido Adds Instant BTC-to-Peso Transfers to Debit Cards and Mobile Numbers in Mexico
Swapido enables instant bitcoin-to-peso transfers to debit cards and mobile numbers in Mexico as a new remittance option for users worldwide.
EducationGustavo Flores Echaiz•14 November 2024
Six Bitcoin Communities in Mexico (+ bonus project)
As a Bitcoiner in Mexico, you probably want to meet like-minded people to explore ideas, collaborate on projects, and become friends. How can you do this?
Press releaseGustavo Flores Echaiz•29 October 2024
Honoring Satoshi at La Casa de Satoshi for Dia de los Muertos
In Mexico, DĂa de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a celebration like no other—a vibrant tradition where we honor those who have passed, inviting their spirits back to join us in remembrance and celebration.
Press releaseGustavo Flores Echaiz•11 October 2024
Swapido Partners with The Bitcoin Company
I'm happy to announce that we have partnered with The Bitcoin Company to launch Swapido.
Press releaseGustavo Flores Echaiz•10 October 2024
Introducing Swapido
I'm very excited to announce a new project that I've been working on for the past few months.