Opago at FinTraWorld 2026 in Cologne – Exploring the Future of Payments

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We’re glad to be back at FinTraWorld this year. Two years ago, @OPAGO_PAY won the Startup Pitch in the Payments category at the event.

Taking place at Motorworld Cologne, FinTraWorld brings together professionals from fintech, payment services, banking, and compliance, focusing on the structural changes in payments and the evolving regulatory environment.

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Proud Winner of FinTech of the Heart🧡 Award - Thank You for Your Support!

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We are very excited to share that we won the “FinTech of the Heart 🧡” award yesterday at #DigiFin25 in Berlin. With so many well-known and established companies from the traditional payments industry participating, it means even more to us to have been selected as the winners.

A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who voted for us — both in the final round and during the earlier stages. Your support truly means a lot to us.
https://stacker.news/items/1285326
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Bitcoin⚡accepted! New Merchant: Zahnmedizin im Grünen📍Osnabrück, Germany

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We’re excited to see that more and more healthcare services can now be paid for with Bitcoin. One of our new merchants is Dr. Marc Lamek and his practice, “Zahnmedizin im Grünen.”

In addition to an in-house dental laboratory, patients can receive treatments in areas such as implantology, dental prosthetics, dental preservation, oral hygiene, and professional teeth whitening, among others.

“Zahnmedizin im Grünen” is located at:
Sulinger Straße 4
49088 Osnabrück
Germany

For more information, visit www.lamek.de

Bitcoin Amsterdam was an amazing two days!

Bitcoin Amsterdam was an amazing two days!
A big thank you to Treasury for the invitation and the opportunity to be part of such an inspiring event.

We were proud to see our CEO Michael on stage, sharing insights on the future of Bitcoin payments and contributing to the important conversations shaping our industry. The energy, innovation, and collaboration across the community were truly motivating.

A huge shout-out to everyone we met, exchanged ideas with, and learned from. Events like this remind us why we’re building and how strong the Bitcoin ecosystem has become.

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Integrate Lightning Payments Seamlessly with opago’s White Label Platform & API

At @OPAGO_PAY, we’re redefining how businesses accept digital currencies. Built on the Lightning Network, our Bitcoin and Stablecoin payment infrastructure enables instant, low cost, and secure transactions. 

In our latest blog post, we explore how our API, white label platform, and MiCA Transaction Monitoring Engine (TME) empower PSPs, acquirers and enterprises to integrate digital payments seamlessly with full compliance and zero hassle.

https://www.opago.com/en/post/opago-payment-white-label-platform-api


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Top 5 at the FinTech Award in Berlin - Final Voting Now Live!

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We’re excited to share that we’ve officially made it into the Top 5 for “FinTech of the Year” / “FinTech of the Heart”. Thank you again for all your support during the voting phase!

Ahead of the award ceremony, the #Digifin is taking place in Berlin, organized by Bitkom and Payment & Banking, with key themes including regulation, blockchain/crypto, AI, resilience, and innovation in the financial sector.

You can cast your vote one last time today, we’d truly appreciate your support!
https://www.livepolls.app/p/691646eb4f7e324d94411109

Proud to Be Nominated for Fintech of the Year 2025 by Payment & Banking

We’re excited to share that @OPAGO_PAY has been nominated for the "Fintech of the Year Award" by Payment & Banking, alongside many other inspiring companies from the fintech and finance industry.

We’d truly appreciate your support and your vote for @OPAGO_PAY 🧡
https://paymentandbanking.com/fintech-des-jahres-25-mit-eurer-stimme-ab-ins-finale/

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Join Us at Bits & Pretzels 2025 – See You at Booth 100!

Meet us over the next few days at Bits & Pretzels at booth 100 – Europe’s leading founders festival bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators from around the world. The event wraps up with a joint Oktoberfest (Wiesn) visit on the final day!

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Visit from the Bavarian State Secretary at Bits & Pretzels 2025

This year, we had a booth at Bits & Pretzels for the second time in a row and were honored to welcome Tobias Gotthardt, Bavarian State Secretary.

We enjoyed presenting our solutions for Payment Service Providers and companies looking to accept Bitcoin and Stablecoin payments via Lightning, and discussing the future of digital payments.

Read more in our blog post: https://www.opago.com/en/post/bits-pretzels-2025

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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

OPAGO PAY at Bits & Pretzels 2025 – Europe’s Leading Founders Festival in Munich

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From September 29 to October 1, 2025, you’ll find us on-site with our own booth – ready for inspiring conversations, new connections, and lots of startup spirit.

Last year was a fantastic experience for us: three packed days full of ideas, people, and momentum – ending in true Munich style with the traditional Oktoberfest networking on day three, where a whole beer tent turns into a meeting place for founders, investors, and innovators.

New OPAGO Android App: Seamless Lightning Payments for Acquirers & PSPs

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The new @OPAGO_PAY Android app enables acquirers and payment service providers to easily offer merchants Bitcoin and stablecoin payments via the Lightning Network. We match the SLAs, response times, support levels, and terms & conditions of the acquirer or payment service provider’s platform, ensuring seamless integration, smooth operations, and zero friction for both teams and merchants.

opago was recognized as a “Unternehmen der Zukunft” by DiiD and DUP Magazine

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Good morning SN,
We are pleased to have received the "Unternehmen der Zukunft" (Company of the Future) award. The prize is jointly awarded by the German Innovation Institute for Sustainability and Digitalization (DiiD) and DUP UNTERNEHMER Magazine.

Read more in our blog post: https://www.opago.com/en/post/unternehmen-der-zukunft

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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opago becomes SAP Open Ecosystem Partner

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By joining the SAP Open Partner Ecosystem, @OPAGO_PAY strengthens its position as a provider of digital payment infrastructure. Companies using SAP systems can now benefit from seamlessly integrated solutions for payments via the Lightning Network.

Read more in our latest blog post:
https://www.opago.com/en/post/opago-wird-open-ecosystem-partner-bei-sap

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


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: cult pub - The Dritte Ohr📍Berlin, Germany

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The cult pub Dritte Ohr in Berlin-Friedrichshain now also accepts Bitcoin Lightning payments via @OPAGO_PAY. Since 1992, it has offered a mix of a traditional corner pub and a rock bar with a charmingly run-down atmosphere. The interior is rustic, featuring lots of wood, caricatures of famous personalities, and a collection of wall signs and knick-knacks.

📍Matternstraße 14, 10249 Berlin, Germany

The bar is well known for its wide range of events, including public viewings, concerts, readings, billiards, and darts. Berlin-Friedrichshain is famous for its vibrant bar and club scence. It's also home to the world-renowned Berghain nightclub.



https://www.drittesohr.de/

Bitcoin⚡accepted! New Merchant: Landgasthof Stangl📍Moosinning, Germany

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The Landgasthof Stangl in Moosinning near Munich is now accepting Bitcoin Lightning payments via @OPAGO_PAY. This family-run inn is a traditional establishment that has stood for Bavarian hospitality for generations. In addition to its comfortably furnished guest rooms, the house offers hearty regional cuisine featuring popular classics such as Cordon Bleu, roast pork, and homemade soups. Seasonal specialties like fresh asparagus in spring or rich game dishes in autumn round out the menu.

📍Münchner Str. 2, 85452 Moosinning, Germany

In the lovingly designed beer garden, guests can enjoy a cold beer in pleasant weather, while the attentive staff ensures a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're visiting the nearby golf course or the Erding thermal baths, this is the perfect spot for authentic Bavarian food and a relaxed stay.

www.gasthaus-stangl.de


opago at OMR25 - Presenting LN at the biggest Online Marketing Fair in Europe

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This year marked our first time at OMR in Hamburg – and what an experience it was!
With more than 70,000 visitors, the event offered an ideal stage to present our Lightning Payment Solutions to the retail and e-commerce audience.

Dive into the full recap on our blog: 
https://www.opago.com/en/post/opago-auf-der-omr25

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Bitcoin⚡accepted! New Merchant: Dr Green Headshop📍Suben, Austria

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Dr Green in Suben/Austria now accepts Bitcoin Lightning payments via @OPAGO_PAY in store. This well-established headshop in Austria offers a wide range of modern CBD products and classic smoking accessories. The shop caters to everyone who values quality, variety, and discretion – from curious newcomers to seasoned enthusiasts.

📍Schnelldorf 64, 4975 Suben, Austria

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The selection includes trusted classics like bongs, pipes, and grinders, as well as the latest trends in vaporizers, hemp cosmetics, and CBD flowers. Home-growing equipment is also available. Dr. Green combines expert advice with a relaxed atmosphere – both in the Suben store and online.

With a strong focus on customer care, quality, and fair pricing, Dr. Green ranks among the most recognized headshops in Austria – now with the added convenience of Bitcoin Lightning payments.


https://drgreen.at/

