Bitcoin Payment Processor Coinbase To Bring Bitcoin to the Masses

Bitcoin Payment Processor Coinbase To Bring Bitcoin to the Masses

The founders of Bitcoin startup Coinbase, Brian Armstrong and Fred Ehrsam, are on a mission possible. Their mission is to spread Bitcoin use to the masses around the world. It is their mission to convince the masses that Bitcoin is not some left-wing plot to bring down governments. It is their mission to end the perception that Bitcoin is a scam. It is also their mission to educate everyone that it may perhaps become the most singular invention of the 21st century. Indeed, one bit step and a giant leap for mankind. Also read "Coinbase also offers In-App Bitcoin Payments" and "Coinbase....


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