Financial services
September 1, 2017
Bitcoin is becoming increasingly popular among luxury buyers for fine art and jewelry. Image credit: Bitcoin
By Danny Parisi
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies were initially thought to be nothing more than a pipe dream, but the recent availability of luxury items such as jewelry and fine art purchasable with bitcoin marks an opportunity for vendors and buyers alike.
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