River CEO Highlights Bitcoin's Growing Acceptance in 50 Countries

River CEO Alex Leishman noted that over the past five years, 50 countries have become more receptive to Bitcoin. According to NS3.AI, Leishman described Bitcoin banking as a viable alternative to traditional finance, which he likened to gambling. He pointed out that mainstream financial applications are increasingly integrating investing, prediction markets, and betting features, which may encourage users to engage in high-risk activities.