Bitcoin Now Buys ... Medical Equipment?
It's always interesting to wake up every morning and see all sorts of companies embracing digital currency (namely bitcoin). Some are expected, others interesting, and some downright surprising. Take Medical Support Products, for example. The Pennsylvania company issued a press release Monday indicating that they are now accepting bitcoin payments for medical equipment and supplies. The company specializes in selling respiratory products here in the United States, and if you weren't already aware, the cost of medical care and supplies here is beyond belief. The company, in business for 25....
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