Thriving US Cannabis Industry Faces Bitcoin Ban

Thriving US Cannabis Industry Faces Bitcoin Ban

The cannabis industry in the United States may soon face a ban on cryptocurrency usage. Marijuana, the wonder plant as some call it is going through a liberation phase in the United States. In 37 out of 50 states have relaxed the laws regarding the sale and use of marijuana and its derivatives in the past few years. Most of these states approve of the medical use of marijuana while a handful also makes an exception for recreational use. But these relaxations come with riders to make it difficult for businesses dealing with cannabis. According to reports, Senators Steve Conway and Ann....


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