First Bitcoin ATM Debuts in Hong Kong
Hong Kong has finally gotten some bitcoin ATMs, and the first of which is making its debut at the Mr. Bing cafe in the central part of the city, according to a press announcement we received. Access to the machine opened at 7:30AM local time on Friday, and it will allow users to use traditional fiat currency to purchase bitcoin in a matter of seconds. Specifically, we're told that the location of the machine was chosen for maximum visibility, "on the Midlevel escalators." The Lamassu-made ATM is being operated by Bitcoin Group HK, a five-member team, each who have been long-term residents....
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