Bitholla Brings Bitcoin to the Social Scene
Some applications are made by corporations, designed to become assets that please investors and the CEO. Others are made by governments and public enterprises to encourage use of state services. They're generally formulaic, programmed by employees without emotional investment in their products. Bitholla is not one of those apps. It was made by a group of regulars at the Seoul Bitcoin Meet Up, the heart of the Korean Bitcoin community. They gather regularly to discuss and learn about cryptocurrency, and often enjoy late-night drinks afterwards. The group travels from one venue to another,....
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