German Energy Company Enercity Enables Bitcoin Payments

German Energy Company Enercity Enables Bitcoin Payments

Bitcoin as a global payment option is just one step “on the road to a digital future”. Using Bitcoin for everyday needs and purchases remains somewhat difficult. The average person on the street will not buy cryptocurrency to pay for computer parts or book a trip to Italy. But Enercity, a German energy provider, has added a proper use case, as they now accept Bitcoin payments. This means users can pay their electricity bill with Bitcoin directly. In most countries, cryptocurrency enthusiasts would be more than happy to pay regular bills with Bitcoin. Until that becomes a reality,....


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