CoinTR, a local cryptocurrency exchange in Turkey, took action after the 6th February 2023 earthquake that affected more than 9 million people across the country, with thousands seeking refuge in temporary shelters and many families separated. In cooperation with Umut Sensin Association—a Turkish NGO—CoinTR set up a relief tent in Pinarbasi, Kahramanmarash Elbistan, where they built the first “children’s cinema”, playing movies such as “Ice Age” to provide an uplifting experience for the youngsters affected by the disaster. While the tent cinema was available, the NGO and CoinTR also provided the kids with popcorn toys and other fun activities.
The relief efforts of CoinTR didn’t stop there. A team of volunteers from the exchange contributed to a food tent sponsored by Umut Sensin and provided hot meals to more than 6,500 people three times a day. The CEO of CoinTR said: “The recent earthquake in Turkey has had a devastating impact on many people and communities. We are calling on our industry peers to unite again and provide support in these times of crisis.”
CoinTR is a global exchange founded in Turkey, offering over 100 cryptocurrencies for users to trade. It is located in MASLAK, the central business district of Istanbul, and its services include fiat deposits, spot and futures trading. Moreover, CoinTR has established partnerships with two Turkish state-owned banks—VakıfBank and Zirrat bank—which allows its users to deposit Turkish Lira directly into their respective accounts. According to CoinMarketCap and Coingecko, the exchange is ranked the 32nd and 24th, respectively.
Caroline Lewis
- 2023-03-30
CoinTR Relief Efforts Post Earthquake in Turkey
CoinTR, a global exchange founded in Turkey, took action after the 6th February 2023 earthquake that affected more than 9 million people across the country. In cooperation with Umut Sensin Association, a Turkish NGO, they set up a relief tent and provided hot meals to more than 6,500 people.
