Just six days after the abrupt announcement of its dissolution on April 17, popular cryptocurrency marketplace Purse.io has made a stunning reversal. On April 23, company representative Eduardo Gómez revealed that the team is now reconsidering the closure decision, following an outpouring of community support and acquisition interest from well-known bitcoin advocates, high-volume users, and established cryptocurrency companies.
A Dramatic Turn: From Shutdown to Survival
Purse.io, which launched in 2014, allowed millions of users to leverage cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) and Bitcoin Cash (BCH) to purchase products on Amazon, often saving up to 20% or more. The platform had built a loyal following among crypto proponents who used the service regularly. When the dissolution news broke, the community reacted strongly, with many expressing disappointment and urgency to preserve the service. Gómez stated: “Since the announcement, we have received an incredible outpouring of support from the community, causing us to reconsider our decision. Several parties – including well known bitcoin advocates, high volume users, and established cryptocurrency companies – reached out with interest in acquiring Purse.io.” He further confirmed on social media: “Good news everybody. It looks like Purse is here to stay.”
Roger Ver’s Role: A Likely Key Contributor
While exact details of the deal remain undisclosed at the time of publication, industry observers suspect that Roger Ver, founder of Bitcoin.com and a prominent Bitcoin Cash advocate, may have played a pivotal role. In a recent YouTube video titled “How to Beat Phil Hellmuth at Poker Using Bitcoin Cash,” Ver explicitly stated: “Purse is too important for the ecosystem to let it disappear so I don’t think it’s going anywhere. I’ve been in talks with them a lot, so stay tuned for some more news on Purse.io.” He reaffirmed this position during the weekly news show, emphasizing that Purse.io is “not going anywhere.”
Online forums and social media are buzzing with speculation that Ver is the primary backer behind the acquisition. However, no official confirmation has been released regarding the identity of the acquiring party or parties.
Implications for Crypto Payments and Ecosystem
The Purse.io turnaround highlights two critical trends in the cryptocurrency space: the passionate demand for practical payment applications among crypto users, and the willingness of industry leaders to invest in preserving key infrastructure. Bitcoin.com has long promoted BCH as a medium of exchange, and Purse.io served as a vital bridge between crypto assets and mainstream e-commerce via Amazon. Ver’s involvement reinforces the value proposition of BCH as a functional payment currency.
Meanwhile, the platform has resumed normal operations, and the team plans to disclose more details in the coming weeks. For the legions of crypto enthusiasts who relied on Purse.io for discounted Amazon purchases, this news represents a victory for community-driven preservation of essential services.