Venga, the Barcelona‑based all‑in‑one crypto app, today unveiled the first native Catalan version of its mobile platform. It marks a significant milestone in Web3 accessibility for Catalan speakers. Already available in Spanish and English, the newly localized Catalan interface joins Venga’s mission to deliver a truly hyper‑localized crypto experience across Spain’s diverse regions.
Since its launch in 2023, Venga has focused on simplifying the cryptosphere for users of all experience levels. “Since I moved to Barcelona in 2020, it has been my dream to build a startup that truly feels local and has a product and service tailored to Catalan and Spanish speakers and communities,” said Michael Stroev, CEO of Venga. “Having the languages available in our app is the beginning of our broader objective to create a hyper-localized Venga experience for Barcelona, Catalunya, and all of Spain.”
The Catalan rollout is powered by a dedicated Catalan team—nearly one third of Venga’s staff hail from Catalonia, including CTO Raul Arribas. “As a Catalan myself, I’m very proud of finally providing a top crypto app in our language, so we can navigate crypto in the same language we use with our children and loved ones. By offering a localised app that supports Spain’s leading languages, we’re empowering users to explore crypto with confidence in their own native language,” Arribas remarked. His team ensured that every screen, tooltip and help article resonates with local idioms and cultural nuances.
Crypto Goes Catalan
Catalan is the first language for roughly ten million people across Catalonia, the Valencian region, Andorra, the Balearic Islands, eastern Aragón, Roussillon in France, and parts of Sardinia in Italy. Despite nearly one‑fifth of Catalans already holding crypto assets, few services have offered native support—until now.
Venga’s app combines intuitive design with named IBANs, built‑in crypto exchange, and a suite of “earn” products that let users generate passive yields on their holdings. Each feature is wrapped in robust security measures and a compliance‑first framework: Venga is registered as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) with both the Bank of Spain and Poland’s Ministry of Finance.
Beyond functionality, Venga emphasizes education. A built‑in learning center offers bite‑sized tutorials on blockchain basics, DeFi mechanisms, and on‑chain privacy. In a landscape where traditional banks often treat crypto‑curious clients as high‑risk, Venga positions itself as a welcoming gateway.
Barcelona’s blossoming blockchain scene makes Catalan a natural fit. Home to a growing number of startups, hackathons, and Web3 meetups, the city has earned its place as one of Europe’s leading crypto hotspots. Venga’s localization effort paves the way for partnerships with local businesses, universities, and cultural institutions eager to expand crypto literacy.
Looking ahead, Venga plans to roll out even more region‑specific features, from merchant payments in Catalan small businesses to Catalan‑language NFT drops celebrating local artists. The multilingual Venga app is available now for download on both iOS and Android devices. As decentralized finance continues its global rise, Venga’s Catalan and Spanish versions aim to ensure that millions of local users can engage with crypto in the language they know best.
Founded in Barcelona in 2023, Venga is a crypto startup dedicated to making blockchain and DeFi innovations accessible through a powerful, user‑friendly mobile app. With features ranging from named IBANs to in‑app exchanges and yield‑earning products, Venga empowers users to discover, invest in, and learn about Web3—confidently and in their native language.
