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World's First Bitcoin ATM

Posted by Soulskill on from the baby-steps-to-legitimacy dept.

bill_mcgonigle writes "I just bought bitcoins from the World's first Bitcoin ATM at Liberty Forum. I created an account using an Android Bitcoin client and held up its QR code to the Raspberry Pi-based device's optical scanner. After I fed in a $20 Federal Reserve Note, I got back a confirmation QR code on its display, which I then scanned and checked the third-party confirmation URL. The machine can function on any wireless network and will soon be available for purchase by merchants, who can make a commission on customers' Bitcoin purchases."

6 of 437 comments (clear)

  1. You gave them cash and got bitcoins back? by 93+Escort+Wagon · · Score: 5, Funny

    Congratulations.

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  2. Re:How does it feel? by gmuslera · · Score: 5, Funny

    A lot of people use US dollars without concern. Ignorance is bliss

  3. Is this in Nevada or Atlantic City? by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 3, Funny

    I thought gambling was illegal most other places.

  4. Re:Meta Article by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 4, Funny

    "Meta post!"? Doesn't haven't the same ring, sorry.

  5. Android, Raspberry Pi, Bitcoin in a single summary by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 2, Funny

    Android, Raspberry Pi, and Bitcoin in a single summary? Just needs an Apple or 3D printing angle and it'll be slashdot buzzword bingo.

  6. Re:Ironic by B33rNinj4 · · Score: 5, Funny

    I disagree. Ever try to give a stripper or hooker bitcoins? Bad idea...trust me.