Connecting the World to Brazil
We are building the definitive bridge between global funds and the Brazilian Pix ecosystem.
Our Mission
At Gringo Coin, we believe that borders should not dictate the flow of value. In an increasingly globalised economy, the friction of moving money across regionsâspecifically into Brazil's incredible Pix networkâremains unacceptably high.
Our platform is designed from the ground up to offer transparency, speed, and regulatory compliance. Whether you're a traveller paying for a meal in SĂŁo Paulo or a business settling invoices in Rio, Gringo Coin ensures your global funds reach their destination locally, in seconds.
Our Team
Paul Archer
Co-Founder & Creative Director
Paul Archer is the co-founder of GringoCoin, a payments platform designed to make it easier for international visitors and businesses to bring money into Brazil and spend it seamlessly using PIX.
Originally from the UK, Paul first visited Brazil in 2006 and moved permanently in 2013. Today his children are Brazilian, and the country is home.
Before entering fintech, Paul built a career in the fashion and advertising industry. A graduate of the London College of Fashion, he began his career working with Mario Testino before founding Closer Post and LĆ«minÄre, studios delivering high-end post-production for international photographers, agencies, and luxury brands.
GringoCoin was born at the intersection of these experiences: international business and life in Brazil, with a simple goal â making it easier for the world to connect with and experience the country he now calls home, and to share his love for Brazil with others.
James Biviano
Co-Founder & Founding Engineer
James Biviano is the Co-founder and Founding Engineer of Gringo Coin, where he leads the technical architecture for the platform's cross-border payment systems. With over 20 years of industry experience, he specialises in building high-performance software ecosystems designed to bridge the gap between international users and Brazilâs financial infrastructure.
An Australian by birth, James moved to Brazil and has since established the country as his permanent home. Like Paul, his connection to Brazil is personal; he is raising his family there and is deeply rooted in the local culture.
James has spent his career at the forefront of software evolution, developing complex systems for the fintech, retail, and SaaS industries. His expertise lies in scaling secure, mission-critical infrastructure, with a particular focus on enterprise cloud deployment. He is dedicated to creating robust technical foundations that ensure high availability and efficiency for global platforms.