BOOST Goes Asia Wide - Next Stop: Malaysia

BOOST Goes Asia Wide - Next Stop: Malaysia

BOOST is a series of Bitcoin parties taking place across Asia. The first event was held in Hong Kong earlier this month. It was so well received that the BOOST crew decided to take the idea regional: Bitcoin parties - Asia wide. The idea is to provide a fun and informal atmosphere to promote and educate. The focus is on the benefits of Bitcoin and....


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