Bitcoin in the Headlines is a weekly look at global bitcoin news, analysing media coverage and its impact. Complete with staggering funding rounds and mysterious bitcoin startups, this week’s news served up an unusually high dose of intrigue. It’s safe to say both bitcoin aficionados and naysayers were taken by surprise. Continue reading at CoinDesk Powered by WPeMatico
Review: Is Purse’s Discount Really Worth the Hassle?
Name: Purse What it is: A peer-to-peer marketplace that matches individuals wanting to buy items on Amazon at a discount with others wanting to buy bitcoin with a credit card or via PayPal. The service claims discounts of up to 20% for bitcoin shoppers. Who’s behind it: CEO and co-founder Andrew Lee, previously an advisor for BuyBitcoin.ph […]
Is Bitcoin’s Merchant Appeal Fading?
While it’s safe to say that 2014 was a banner year for bitcoin in terms of merchant adoption – with the likes of Overstock, DISH, Dell and Microsoft entering the space – 2015 hasn’t quite started with the same bang. Though rumors continue to swirl about a possible Uber or Airbnb entrance, the highest profile merchant to accept […]
IBM Rumored to Be Developing Bitcoin Alternative
IBM may be looking to further its exploration of bitcoin and blockchain technologies in a way that goes beyond its previously revealed proof of concept ADEPT. Reuters reports the US-based tech giant is seeking to create a digital cash and payment system for traditional currencies that uses blockchain technologies. Citing a person familiar with the matter, […]
Bitcoin Boosts Business at Las Vegas Casinos
A Las Vegas casino owner’s decision to start accepting payment in bitcoin has paid off, with business at his venues improving following the move. Derek Stevens, CEO of the D Las Vegas Casino Hotel and the Golden Gate Hotel & Casino started accepting bitcoin at the sites in January 2014. Of the two casinos, the D […]
