Bitcoin Crowdfunder Aims to Sponsor Formula Masters Driver
Another effort aims to win hearts and minds for digital currencies through motor sports, with a crowdfunding campaign to sponsor Hong Kong-based British Formula Masters driver Dan Wells. This follows the bitcoin/Diamond Circle branding of Isle of Man TT superbike rider David Johnson in last week's event, and the recent dogecoin NASCAR sponsorship that proved the concept could be successful. If all goes well this time, the bitcoin logo on Wells' livery will debut at his race on 18th July race in South Korea. Wells, 23, has been adept at using technology and social media to build his career....
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