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Here's a summary of the "This Week In Cryptos #9" episode from April 12, 2014:
1. Main Topics Discussed:
- Bitcoin Price Drop: A significant price decrease (over 10%) due to Chinese banks issuing notices to businesses regarding deposits.
- OpenSSL Heartbleed Vulnerability: Discovery of a security flaw ("Heartbleed") potentially compromising Bitcoin exchanges.
- XMT Controversy: Discussion surrounding the missing CEO, Marka Palace, and upcoming court appearances.
- eBay's Virtual Currency Sales: eBay's change in policy allowing sales of virtual currencies.
- Bitcoin-to-Cash Solutions: Introduction of Bitcoin-enabled prepaid cards in Brazil and Hong Kong.
- Litecoin & Dogecoin Mining: Proposal for increased mining of both coins to ensure their survival.
- Bitcoin ATM Expansion: Quebec City and Washington D.C. received their first Bitcoin ATMs.
- Australian Banking Restrictions: National Australia Bank closing Bitcoin client accounts.
- Sports Wager: A wager on Liverpool vs. Manchester City with Dutch coin rewards for correct predictions.
2. Key Quotes:
- "Bitcoin prices dropped more than 10% as Chinese businesses began receiving deposit short-term notices from their banks."
- "Australia has officially put the hammer down!"
- "It's Heartbleed, actualists!" (Referring to the OpenSSL vulnerability)
3. People Mentioned:
- Marka Palace (CEO of XMT)
- Creator and co-founder of Litecoin & Dogecoin (names not explicitly stated)
- Bobby (associated with BTCTrade.com and BTC100.org)
- CEO of Bitcoin China (name not explicitly stated)
4. Bitcoin Price:
- The episode mentions a price drop of over 10% due to Chinese bank notices, but the specific price point isn't stated.