Athena Bitcoin
Global Bitcoin ATM Network
About Athena Bitcoin
Athena Bitcoin is a Miami-based Bitcoin ATM operator with approximately 3,600 locations across the United States. The company offers Lightning Network support for faster, lower-cost Bitcoin transactions.
Athena operates both one-way (buy only) and two-way (buy and sell) Bitcoin ATMs. Note: Athena Bitcoin is currently facing significant legal challenges - see regulatory section below.
Visit athenabitcoin.com for more information.
Lightning Network
Fast, low-cost transfers
Buy & Sell
Two-way transactions
Quick Setup
90-second purchases
Wide Coverage
32 states
High regulatory risk - review details before transacting
AG Catherine Hanaway issued CID to Athena Bitcoin as part of statewide investigation into Bitcoin ATM operators. Investigation focuses on fee disclosure practices and anti-fraud policies.
AML Software alleges Athena Bitcoin conspired with Jordan Mirch (Taproot Acquisition) to steal proprietary source code. Claims involve alleged fraudulent acquisition of 2,800 kiosks from SandP Solutions.
AG Brian Schwalb filed suit alleging 93% of transactions on DC machines are products of fraud, hidden fees up to 26%, and targeting of elderly consumers (median victim age 71).
Settlement agreement with Alabama regulators
Consent order regarding money transmission operations
Athena Bitcoin brings genuine technical differentiation — Lightning Network support sets it apart from most operators — and a decade of operating history across 3,700 locations. But the legal picture is troubling. The DC AG lawsuit alleging 93% of transactions were scam-related, combined with a separate intellectual property dispute involving alleged source code theft, and the Missouri AG investigation creates exposure on multiple fronts. The trust rating reflects meaningful innovation weighed against significant pending legal actions.
Customer Reviews
Athena Bitcoin: Complete Overview
Source: bitcoinatm.news Trust Score System — Updated March 2026
Trust Rating
Grade: F (15/100 points). Multiple legal fronts, elevated risk
Athena Bitcoin brings genuine technical differentiation — Lightning Network support sets it apart from most operators — and a decade of operating history across 3,700 locations. But the legal picture is troubling. The DC AG lawsuit alleging 93% of transactions were scam-related, combined with a separate intellectual property dispute involving alleged source code theft, and the Missouri AG investigation creates exposure on multiple fronts. The trust rating reflects meaningful innovation weighed against significant pending legal actions.
Fees
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Key Facts
- Founded: Unknown
- Locations: 3,711 across 32 states
- Transaction types: Buy only
- Phone: 1-312-690-4466
- Email: support@athenabitcoin.com
Enforcement & Regulatory History
AG Catherine Hanaway issued CID to Athena Bitcoin as part of statewide investigation into Bitcoin ATM operators. Investigation focuses on fee disclosure practices and anti-fraud policies. (pending); AG Brian Schwalb filed suit alleging 93% of transactions on DC machines are products of fraud, hidden fees up to 26%, and targeting of elderly consumers (median victim age 71). (pending); Settlement agreement with Alabama regulators (resolved); Consent order regarding money transmission operations (resolved); AML Software alleges Athena Bitcoin conspired with Jordan Mirch (Taproot Acquisition) to steal proprietary source code. Claims involve alleged fraudulent acquisition of 2,800 kiosks from SandP Solutions. (pending).
Related Coverage
- Athena Bitcoin Q3 2025: Revenue Falls 17%, Debt Restructuring Reshapes Balance Sheet
- Missouri AG Launches Investigation Into Five Major Bitcoin ATM Operators
- Athena Bitcoin Legal Troubles: DC AG Lawsuit and AML Code Theft Allegations
- Athena Bitcoin Faces Copyright Infringement Lawsuit — And a Rule 11 Sanctions Fight
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