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Digital currency is an electronically created medium of exchange that can be used to purchase products and services. It functions as a form of electronic cash whereby transactions occur through internet-enabled devices such as a computer, tablet or smartphone. Transactions are processed through a self-regulating computer network, bypassing the need for financial institutions and traditional payment processors<ref>Altcoin Today. [http://www.altcointoday.com/big-banks-crack-down-on-porn-crypto-currency-to-the-rescue/ "Big Banks Crack Down on Porn – Crypto-Currency to the Rescue"], ''[[Altcoin Today]]''</ref>. |
Digital currency is an electronically created medium of exchange that can be used to purchase products and services. It functions as a form of electronic cash whereby transactions occur through internet-enabled devices such as a computer, tablet or smartphone. Transactions are processed through a self-regulating computer network, bypassing the need for financial institutions and traditional payment processors<ref>Altcoin Today. [http://www.altcointoday.com/big-banks-crack-down-on-porn-crypto-currency-to-the-rescue/ "Big Banks Crack Down on Porn – Crypto-Currency to the Rescue"], ''[[Altcoin Today]]''</ref>. |
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Titcoin is one of the first industry-specific digital currencies, dedicated to the adult entertainment industry<ref>Bustle. [http://www.bustle.com/articles/29097-titcoin-is-a-bitcoin-esque-currency-for-porn-and-only-porn-and-we-cant-even "“Titcoin” Is A Bitcoin-Esque Currency For Porn, And Only Porn"]</ref>. |
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==History== |
==History== |
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Originally conceived in November 2013, Titcoin was officially announced in January 2014 with a final build of the wallet compiled in February. Titcoin was formally launched to the public on June 21, 2014. |
Originally conceived in November 2013, Titcoin was officially announced in January 2014 with a final build of the wallet compiled in February. Titcoin was formally launched to the public on June 21, 2014<ref>Design & Trend. [http://www.designntrend.com/articles/15814/20140623/porn-gets-currency.htm "“Porn Gets Its Own Currency "]</ref>. |
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Titcoin was developed by a small group of cryptocurrency advocates who saw the adult entertainment industry as a conduit for bringing digital currency into the mainstream<ref>Lynch, Gerald. [http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2014/06/titcoin-is-the-bitcoin-for-porn/ "Titcoin is the Bitcoin for Porn"], ''[[Gizmodo UK]]'', London, 23 June 2014. </ref>. The founders are Edward Mansfield, Richard Allen and an anonymous third party from the world of finance<ref>Titcoin About Us[http://www.titcoins.biz/news-coverage]</ref>. |
Titcoin was developed by a small group of cryptocurrency advocates who saw the adult entertainment industry as a conduit for bringing digital currency into the mainstream<ref>Lynch, Gerald. [http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2014/06/titcoin-is-the-bitcoin-for-porn/ "Titcoin is the Bitcoin for Porn"], ''[[Gizmodo UK]]'', London, 23 June 2014. </ref>. The founders are Edward Mansfield, Richard Allen and an anonymous third party from the world of finance<ref>Titcoin About Us[http://www.titcoins.biz/news-coverage]</ref>. |
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*[http://www.menshealth.com/sex-women/who-buys-porn?fullpage=true Men's Health] |
*[http://www.menshealth.com/sex-women/who-buys-porn?fullpage=true Men's Health] |
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*[http://www.bustle.com/articles/29097-titcoin-is-a-bitcoin-esque-currency-for-porn-and-only-porn-and-we-cant-even Bustle Magazine] |
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Titcoin is a type of digital currency, often referred to as a cryptocurrency, similar to Bitcoin. It uses a peer-to-peer network to securely process and validate transactions. Titcoin was specifically developed for the adult entertainment industry[1].
Digital currency is an electronically created medium of exchange that can be used to purchase products and services. It functions as a form of electronic cash whereby transactions occur through internet-enabled devices such as a computer, tablet or smartphone. Transactions are processed through a self-regulating computer network, bypassing the need for financial institutions and traditional payment processors[2].
Titcoin is one of the first industry-specific digital currencies, dedicated to the adult entertainment industry[3].
History
Originally conceived in November 2013, Titcoin was officially announced in January 2014 with a final build of the wallet compiled in February. Titcoin was formally launched to the public on June 21, 2014[4].
Titcoin was developed by a small group of cryptocurrency advocates who saw the adult entertainment industry as a conduit for bringing digital currency into the mainstream[5]. The founders are Edward Mansfield, Richard Allen and an anonymous third party from the world of finance[6].
References
- ^ Mercier Voyer, Stephanie. "Titcoin Is a Brand New Cryptocurrency for Porn Purchases", VICE Canada, London, 18 June 2014.
- ^ Altcoin Today. "Big Banks Crack Down on Porn – Crypto-Currency to the Rescue", Altcoin Today
- ^ Bustle. "“Titcoin” Is A Bitcoin-Esque Currency For Porn, And Only Porn"
- ^ Design & Trend. "“Porn Gets Its Own Currency "
- ^ Lynch, Gerald. "Titcoin is the Bitcoin for Porn", Gizmodo UK, London, 23 June 2014.
- ^ Titcoin About Us[1]
- VICE Canada (June 2014)
- Gizmodo UK (June 2014)
- Titcoin About Us
- Men's Health
- Bustle Magazine
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