Oscar Wilde Bitcoin -- Apple removes Bitcoin Wallets -- Western Union Bitcoin
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2013-12-10
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December 9, 2013 -- Cupertino, California -- MadBitcoins: Change The Game. Here are Today's MadBits: Bitcoin is back baby! China ...
Summary
Here's a summary of the Mad Bitcoins episode from December 9, 2013:
1. Main Topics Discussed:
- Bitcoin Price & Market Sentiment: The episode highlighted Bitcoin's recent price recovery, dismissing earlier "Bitcoin is dead" articles.
- Apple's Actions: Apple ordered Glyph to remove Bitcoin transfer functions from its app, citing a lack of legal framework for Bitcoin.
- Western Union's Response: Western Union acknowledged the potential disruption Bitcoin poses to their business and expressed a willingness to be "wiped out."
- Altcoin Promotion: A plug for AlphaLine Technologies and their altcoin creation services.
- Charity Drive: Mad Bitcoins launched a fundraising drive benefiting Bitcoin Not Bombs.
- Oscar Wilde Endorsement: A humorous segment attributing a Bitcoin endorsement and quote to Oscar Wilde.
2. Key Quotes:
- "Bitcoin is back, baby!"
- "Apple demands that its apps comply with the legal requirements of any location where they are made available to users, but since there are no legal requirements for Bitcoin, it is impossible to get your app approved."
- "We are a dinosaur, and okay with being wiped out."
3. People Mentioned:
- Christopher Baker
- William Lemares
- Nelson Mandela (mentioned in relation to price fluctuations)
- Oscar Wilde (humorously attributed endorsement)
- Tatiana Morose
4. Bitcoin Price:
- Reported price range: $779 - $917
- Closing price: $882
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