Bitwala launches web app messenger to send bitcoin through chat

Bitwala, Europe's bill payment service that facilitates paying bills with bitcoin, has introduced its new feature – Bitwala messenger that enables to interact and send money to each other.

According to the official blog, Bitwala messenger is a newly released web application messenger that allows users to send a friendly remainder to the person who owes money so that the person can send the money straight through the messenger. The messenger also allows users to write personal remainders or notes within the chat, which only the sender would be able to read.

“The chat messenger is definitely my favorite addition to the new and improved Bitwala. It’s like Whatsapp for money, and I absolutely love it,” Bitwala CEO Jörg von Minckwitz said.

The messenger is open for all users from all levels and does not require any level of verification. Bitwala messenger is swift, convenient and hassle-free and sends money a whole lot faster and easier. Senders can also check their transaction history conducted through the messenger.

In order to get started, new users have to sign up at Bitwala and click on the chat icon on the left of the dashboard. They can then start chatting with a fellow Bitwala user with the messenger.