GoTyme and Alpaca Launch Crypto Trading in Philippines, Simplifying Access for Everyday Filipinos
December 8, 2025
GoTyme Bank, in partnership with Alpaca, has launched a crypto trading service in the Philippines to expand access to digital assets for everyday Filipinos.
The service emphasizes accessibility and ease of use to attract a broader Filipino investor base, avoiding intimidating complexity for non-experienced users.
Alpaca CEO Yoshi Yokokawa frames the Philippines as an early adopter market and supports the collaboration to help millions build wealth and engage in the global digital economy.
GoTyme says the product is designed for users seeking crypto exposure without needing deep technical analysis or managing multiple apps.
The announcement references a fintech news source and notes the image used as the featured image comes from Freepik.
The app is marketed as capable of setting up a bank account and debit card within five minutes, enabling quick crypto access.
Regulatory and security context is highlighted, including BSP licensing and the compliance framework, while warning users about cryptocurrency volatility and risks.
GoTyme aims to expand in Southeast Asia with plans to grow in Vietnam and Indonesia, prioritizing rapid growth with profitability projected around 2027.
GoTyme Crypto allows funding a dedicated USD-based crypto account from the Everyday current account and investing in 11 selected cryptocurrencies, including BTC, ETH, and SOL.
The service provides 11 cryptocurrencies and real-time market insights and news to users.
Users can invest in coins such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana through the GoTyme Crypto offering.
The move targets largely unbanked or underbanked Filipinos, with rising crypto adoption and supportive government stance on digital assets.
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Cointelegraph • Dec 8, 2025
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FinancialContent • Dec 8, 2025
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Site Logo • Dec 8, 2025
GoTyme Bank Launches Crypto Trading in the Philippines in Partnership with Alpaca
The Digital Banker • Dec 8, 2025
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