Nexo, in collaboration with Mastercard, has launched an innovative financial solution, the “Dual Mode Crypto Card,” combining debit and credit features for residents of the European Economic Area (EEA). This groundbreaking card introduces an array of benefits, including optimized tax management and enhanced financial flexibility.
Originally introduced as the world’s pioneer crypto-backed credit card in April 2022 for EEA countries, the Nexo Crypto Card has evolved to encompass both debit and credit functionalities. This evolution establishes the Nexo card as the first of its kind worldwide, offering the convenience of a crypto-powered debit and credit card within a single financial tool.
Maximizing Financial Strategies with Dual Mode
The “Dual Mode Crypto Card” presents a unique tax optimization feature. By utilizing the Credit Mode, users can avoid triggering taxable events when spending their cryptocurrency holdings. This feature is particularly advantageous for managing tax responsibilities and maintaining the value of crypto assets.
Available exclusively to residents of 30 EEA countries, the Nexo card comes with several customer-friendly advantages. There are no monthly or inactivity fees, and foreign exchange fees are waived for transactions up to €20,000 per month. Additionally, the card allows monthly ATM withdrawals of up to €10,000.
The Nexo Card seamlessly integrates with users’ everyday transactions. Virtual and physical cards are issued upon completion of the Know Your Customer (KYC) verification process. These cards are compatible with popular mobile payment platforms like Apple Pay and Google Pay, providing users with a convenient and versatile payment experience.
Earning Rewards and Interest
Users of the Nexo Dual Mode Crypto Card can earn up to 2% cashback and daily interest on their card transactions. Furthermore, the card’s Debit Mode facilitates instant access to EUR, GBP, or USD, enabling swift transactions at millions of global merchant terminals. Balances stored on the card can earn up to 9% annual interest.
Nexo has established a robust model to protect users’ assets, focusing on over-collateralization, collateralized lending, basis trading, and market-making to ensure liquidity and growth support. Partnering with Ledger Vault, Bakkt, and backed by insurers like Lloyd’s of London, Nexo prioritizes asset protection.
Challenges and Resolutions
In early 2023, Nexo encountered challenges stemming from a police raid on its office in Sofia, Bulgaria, which led to allegations of illegal activities. Simultaneously, the company resolved regulatory concerns with the U.S. SEC through a settlement of $45 million related to its Earn Interest Product (EIP) sales.
The Nexo Dual Mode Crypto Card marks a pivotal step in the evolution of cryptocurrency-based financial tools, offering EEA citizens a seamless blend of debit and credit capabilities, tax optimization, and valuable rewards. While Nexo navigates challenges, its commitment to compliance and user protection remains steadfast.
