PropinaBitcoin Promotes Bitcoin in Latin America with Restaurant Tipping Service
PropinaBitcoin, a new project that seeks to promote digital currency awareness in Latin America by encouraging the use of bitcoin for real-world tipping, has officially launched. Described by developer Nubis Bruno as a grassroots initiative, PropinaBitcoin is a free online service that allows bitcoin users to print paper wallets that can then be left as tips at restaurants and bars. Those who receive the paper wallet then visit PropinaBitcoin's website where they are given detailed instructions on how to retrieve the funds. Bruno, who also serves as the chief product officer for Latin....
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