Study: Consumers Feel Bitcoin More Secure than Mobile Payments Apps

Study: Consumers Feel Bitcoin More Secure than Mobile Payments Apps

A new survey shows that US consumers believe payments made with bitcoin are safer than those conducted using mobile wallets or apps. The report, published by Chicago-based Walker Sands Communications, focuses on changes in retail payments behavior, particularly as it pertains to digital transaction methods. Ultimately, it found that 3% of respondents said that they consider bitcoin to be the most secure form of payments, compared to 1% for mobile phone or wallets. The study was conducted using a sample group of 1,400 consumers. The report said: "Consumers consider mobile wallets and apps....


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