OPAGO Is Enabling EU Merchants To Accept Bitcoin Payments As Easy As Fiat

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Exciting Update: OPAGO PAY Integration Prototype with SAP S/4HANA Completed!

We are excited to announce that we have completed a prototype for an @OPAGO_PAY integration into SAP S/4HANA. This enables larger retailers and stores to be onboarded with existing POS hardware and systems by utilizing the QR code on existing screens.

We already have an initial test customer and are continuing to work on the integration to soon have a market-ready proof of concept for rollout. Stay tuned for updates!

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Introducing the DATEV Export Interface on the OPAGO_PAY Merchant Dashboard

Good morning Stacker.News and happy Friday,

We are excited to announce that in the coming days, we will be adding the DATEV export interface to our @OPAGO_PAY Merchant Dashboard, and this feature will initially be free of charge. 

In addition to CSV, PDF, and CoinTracking info reports, incoming Bitcoin Lightning payments can now be exported in the DATEV format. This makes it easy for accountants to upload the data automatically via import dialog or manually. This ensures a seamless transition of Lightning payments into the accounting system.

DATEV is a German software company that specializes in providing software and IT services primarily for tax consultants, auditors, and lawyers, as well as their clients. The company's main focus is on accounting, tax, and payroll software and was founded on February 14, 1966, in Nuremberg, Germany. The company was established to offer data processing services to tax advisors, which has since expanded to include a wide range of software solutions and services.


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Bitcoin accepted! New Merchant: Kawamba Bar📍El Puertillo, Gran Canaria, Spain

Introducing Manuel and Adrian, two brothers who run the popular Kawamba Bar in El Puertillo, now accepting Bitcoin via @OPAGO_PAY. Known for its delicious burgers, Kawamba Bar is a favorite among both locals and tourists. El Puertillo is famed for its beautiful natural sea pools, called Los Charcones, making it an ideal destination for a refreshing swim followed by a satisfying meal at Kawamba.

📍 Paseo Miramar 102, 35414 El Puertillo, Gran Canaria, Spain

As long-time Bitcoin enthusiasts, the owners have decided to incorporate the digital currency into their business, showcasing their commitment to innovation and customer convenience. 


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Bitcoin⚡accepted! New Merchant: Sushi Tomo📍Zweibrücken, Germany

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Sushi Tomo in Zweibrücken now also accepts Bitcoin Lightning payments via @OPAGO_PAY. 

Located in the Zweibrücken Fashion Outlet, Sushi Tomo offers guests a vibrant Japanese dining experience with a modern flair. Since its opening in January 2025, the restaurant’s skilled sushi chefs have been preparing fresh sushi rolls, bowls, and nigiri daily, with a strong focus on quality and creativity. Homemade sauces enhance both classic favorites and innovative creations, such as the Tomo Fancy or Crispy Shrimp Roll.

📍Fashion Outlet, Londoner Bogen 10-90, Zweibrücken, Germany

The name “Tomo” means “friend” in Japanese, reflecting the restaurant’s aim to create a welcoming place where guests can relax and enjoy themselves. Whether for a flavorful shopping break or a meeting spot with family and friends, its bright, round space in the former “La Place” building offers the perfect atmosphere.

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Bitcoin Lightning in Bavaria: opago at the Rosenheim Start-up Festival

As part of the Bavarian Start-up Days organized by Gründerland Bayern, an initiative of the German Ministry of Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy, we had the pleasure of attending the Start-up Festival in Rosenheim this week.

The attendees included students, entrepreneurs, regional politicians, and many curious citizens.

We really enjoyed the opportunity to present the topic of Bitcoin Lightning payments for businesses and spark interest, right in the rural part of Bavaria.

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Bitcoin accepted! New Merchant: Berggasthof Aschenbrenner📍Kufstein, Austria

Good morning SN,

The Berggasthof Aschenbrenner now accepts Bitcoin via @OPAGO_PAY. Situated at 1,128 meters above Kufstein in Austria, the lodge is located in the "Wilder Kaiser" nature reserve and hiking area, making it a great starting point for numerous mountain hikes. It caters to families, groups, and small seminars alike.

📍 Stadtberg 14, 6330 Kufstein, Austria

The menu includes hearty Tyrolean dishes and Bavarian specialties, complemented by wild game sourced directly from the lodge’s own hunting grounds. Comfortable rooms are also available for guests who wish to extend their stay and explore the beautiful natural surroundings.

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opago Solution Showcased in Public Television Report on Bitcoin Payments

We are pleased to announce that one of our solutions was recently featured in a public television segment on “Paying with Bitcoin,” broadcast by WDR. We would like to thank WDR for highlighting innovative payment technologies and including our contribution.

The feature included an interview with restaurant owner Joannis Panagou, who has welcomed more customers to his Mexican restaurant since introducing Bitcoin as a payment option.

With the Lightning Network at the core of our infrastructure, opago enables fast, cost-efficient, and user-friendly Bitcoin transactions for merchants across various industries.

For more information about our solutions, visit www.opago.com

Traditional Banking and Payments : OPAGO PAY at FintechWorld 2025!

We are excited to participate in FintechWorld 2025 in Cologne from January 22-23, organized by BANKINGCLUB, where we can introduce traditional banks, payment service providers, and visitors to the benefits of Bitcoin Lightning technology.

Just like this year, we will have our own booth and invite you to stop by and discover how @OPAGO_PAY uses Lightning to enhance payment efficiency in commerce.

This year, we won the Startup Pitch Contest in the Payments category, and as a result, our co-founder Michael will be on the jury for the Startup Pitch Contest at FintechWorld 2025. 

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Tickets availble here: 
https://www.bankingclub.de/events/fintechworld25/




Bitcoin accepted! New Merchant: Hubertus Pharmacy📍Bogen, Germany

Hubertus Pharmacy in Bogen now accepts Bitcoin via @OPAGO_PAY. As a modern health center, Hubertus Pharmacy offers much more than just pharmaceutical sales. They provide comprehensive consultations and everyday support, with convenient on-site parking available.

📍 Bahnhofstraße 15, 94327 Bogen, Germany

The decision to accept Bitcoin was driven by the ease of using the @OPAGO_PAY LIGHTNING POS Terminal GEN1 and the emerging younger generation of customers. Additionally, the recent move by leading online pharmacies to accept Bitcoin payments also influenced their decision.


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Bitcoin⚡accepted! New Merchant: Bodystreet Fitness📍Neusäß, Germany

Good morning SN and happy friday,

Bodystreet Neusäß now accepts Bitcoin Lightning payments via @OPAGO_PAY. As an EMS fitness studio, it specializes in efficient training through Electrical Muscle Stimulation. With just 20 minutes of personal training per week, members can achieve their fitness goals.

📍Hauptstr. 15, 86356 Neusäß, Germany

After a two-year pilot phase, Bodystreet GmbH began developing a franchise system in 2009. Today, the company operates over 300 studios in eight countries, including Germany, Austria, Italy, the UK, the USA, and Tanzania. With more than 180,000 training sessions conducted per month, Bodystreet is the global market leader in EMS boutique studios.

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Bitcoin accepted! New Merchant: ZOO LINZ 📍Linz, Austria

We are excited to welcome Zoo Linz as the newest merchant to join @OPAGO_PAY. As Austria's second-largest zoo, Zoo Linz is a scientifically managed, non-profit institution that focuses on the conservation and care of endangered species. Its efforts are dedicated to improving the zoo continuously, ensuring a better experience for both animals and visitors alike.

Home to around 600 exotic and native animals representing approximately 102 species, the zoo covers nearly 4 hectares and enchants its visitors with a rich diversity of wildlife.

📍 Windflachweg 1, 4040 Linz, Austria

In beautifully landscaped and well-maintained outdoor enclosures, you can see animals like meerkats, zebras, red pandas, antelopes, kangaroos, parrots, and many more. In the tropical house, caimans, giant snakes, and monkeys enjoy a warm and modern habitat.

Zoo Linz operates with the Axess AG cash register system, which has been effortlessly integrated with @OPAGO_PAY by adding an additional booking account. 


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Wishing you a Merry Christmas! 🎄

Wishing our remarkable clients, partners, cherished followers and everyone on SN a season of joy and togetherness! 🎄

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Did you know? The familiar Christmas tree we know today likely originated from pagan traditions. During the Winter Solstice, people brought in what were known as "Winter Maypoles." These green branches symbolized life, aimed to ward off winter spirits, and promised protection and fertility.


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Bitcoin accepted! New Merchant: DORNAUERS Chocolaterie📍Nürnberg, Germany

DORNAUERS Lebküchnerei & Chocolaterie in Nürnberg now also accepts Bitcoin Lightning via @OPAGO_PAY. Starting with the branches at Handwerkerhof and in Eckental, the option to pay with digital cash will be available in all five branches, including the café, by the beginning of the new year.

📍 Handwerkerhof, Laden Nr. 2 & Nr. 3, 90429 Nürnberg, Germany
📍 Herrengasse 16, 90542 Eckental, Germany

Gingerbread has a long-standing tradition at DORNAUERS. Their finest Elisen Lebkuchen has been honored multiple times by the prestigious magazine DER FEINSCHMECKER for its outstanding quality and flavor. In their chocolate manufactory, pralines and chocolates are crafted from the finest couvertures with great care, love, and expertise, resulting in delightful treats time and time again. Whether it’s festive Christmas pastries or classic Cantuccini, everything at DORNAUERS is made according to time-honored recipes and with only the very best ingredients.

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ShelterBox Integrates Bitcoin⚡for Disaster Relief with BITCOIN4GOOD and OPAGO

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We are very pleased that ShelterBox has been accepting Bitcoin Lightning donations for over a year now, with the support of BITCOIN4GOOD and the technical infrastructure provided by @OPAGO_PAY.

ShelterBox plans to not only use Bitcoin as a donation option but also to integrate it into its work in the long term, for example in cash assistance programs. This would make it possible to offer people affected in disaster areas the option to receive Bitcoin in addition to financial support in the local currency, allowing them to use it according to their individual needs.

Founded in 2000 in the UK, this international relief organization provides emergency shelter and essential supplies to people who have lost their homes due to natural disasters or conflicts. It delivers sturdy tents, tools, water filters, and other vital items in its signature green box or as ShelterKits. The organization has been active worldwide, including in Haiti, Syria, and Ukraine.

By the way, it’s possible to donate sats directly on the ShelterBox website.
https://www.shelterbox.de/bitcoin-spenden/

Bitcoin⚡accepted! New Merchant: Sun Star Tanning Studio📍Salzburg, Austria

The Sun Star Vital tanning studio in Salzburg now accepts Bitcoin Lightning payments via @OPAGO_PAY. The studio offers its customers a relaxing atmosphere for healthy tanning. Trained staff create personalized tanning plans tailored to individual skin types and pigmentation to achieve optimal results. Additionally, high-quality solar cosmetics and skincare products from renowned brands such as California Tan and Matahari are available to protect and care for the skin.

📍Maxglaner Hauptstraße 72, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

With modern tanning beds, like the Beauty Angel by Ergoline with anti-aging effects, tanning becomes a unique wellness experience.

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opago at K5 Future Retail Conference in Berlin: Lightning in Commerce

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Good morning SN,
At the beginning of the week, we were in Berlin at the K5 Future Retail Conference, where we presented our Bitcoin Lightning payment solutions for retail and e-commerce at our booth. We had valuable conversations with potential customers and partners, particularly during side events like the American Express Connect Party on the first evening and the Weißwurst breakfast sponsored by Develey the following morning.

In the start-up pitch competition powered by eBay, we won the public vote and are now awaiting the final decision from the expert jury.

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Read more in our blog post:
https://www.opago.com/en/post/opago-auf-der-k5-konferenz


Hanse Sail Rostock: Join OPAGO PAY at "Bitcoin Meets Hanse Sail" on August 9th

The Hanse Sail will take place in Rostock from August 8th to 11th. As the world's largest annual gathering of traditional sailing ships, and attracts over 1 million visitors. On August 9th, the "Bitcoin meets Hanse Sail" event will be held on MS Dresden at the Ship Museum in IGA Park, organized by our partner, DIGIWERFT GmbH. We have a booth on-site and will also enable Bitcoin Lightning payments through @OPAGO_PAY during the event.

Tickets are available: https://www.bitcoin-treff.com/bitcoin-rostock/hansesail-rostock.html

Hanse Sail offers a full program across various venues throughout Rostock, providing unique maritime experiences centered around traditional and large sailing ships and the maritime world. 

We are excited to be present at the Hanse Sail event. The large number of people passionate about sailing and maritime activities provides a unique opportunity to share information about Bitcoin and its acceptance in commerce. Hanse Sail's vibrant atmosphere is perfect for discussing how Bitcoin and Bitcoin Lightning are transforming the financial landscape, making transactions more seamless and secure.



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How Merchants Can Unlock Seamless Bitcoin Payments with the OPAGO PAY Terminal

Hello Stacker News, and happy Monday!

Some of you might have seen merchant references from us occasionally, but we wanted to take a moment to specifically highlight our Lightning Terminal and our service.

The @OPAGO_PAY LIGHTNING POS Terminal is an excellent choice for small to medium-sized merchants who want to accept Bitcoin payments at the point of sale. It’s incredibly easy to use, ensuring fast transactions and reducing customer wait times. With integrated Lightning Network support, payments are secure, cost-effective, and processed almost instantly. Its compact design fits perfectly into any retail environment, making it simple for staff to operate. Merchants can easily introduce Bitcoin as a payment option without needing complex or costly technology.

Additionally, revenue can be exported in various formats for accounting purposes. Currently, we offer CSV, PDF, Cointracking.Info reports, and now, the DATEV Export Report.

Our Terminal is non-custodial, and you can even operate it with your own node. However, if you choose a self-custodial Lightning wallet for payouts, make sure you have enough inbound liquidity to receive payments.

We hope this gives you a better understanding of what our Lightning Terminal and Service can offer.

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Bitcoin accepted! New Merchant: Craftbar 📍Rostock, Germany

The Craftbar in Rostock is now also an @OPAGO_PAY merchant and accepts Bitcoin Lightning. It’s a fantastic place for cocktail lovers! Here, cocktails are crafted with passion, offering unique creations you won't find elsewhere. 

📍 Margaretenstraße 41, 18057 Rostock, Germany

The team working there truly masters their craft! The ambiance is wonderful, and the service is outstanding! Additionally, they regularly offer cocktail workshops for private individuals. To top it off, the Craftbar has been ranked among the top 50 bars in Germany for 2023 by RollingPin.

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Join us at Bits & Pretzels: Where Innovation Meets Tradition During Oktoberfest

We are excited to announce that this year, @OPAGO_PAY will have a booth at Bits & Pretzels 2024 on September 30th. This event brings together over 7,500 founders, investors, and industry leaders for three days filled with learning, networking, and business opportunities, all during the Munich Oktoberfest. The conference kicks off on September 29th and concludes with a visit to the Oktoberfest on October 1st.

Tickets are still available: https://www.bitsandpretzels.com/

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