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Re:We have detected a security breach. Services are temporar... by itcmcgrath on Monday April 01, 2013 @03:35PM (#5475338)
When I moved to the US, I spent a week+ living on cash until I had my bank account set up. Being able to buy pre-paid VISA cards for cash at retailers solves the part of the online issue as well. You can be a 'mattress' banker with cash if you wish, securing your house just like you would secure your computer.

Not sure there is as big as a difference between BTC and the current as people would lead you to believe. Emphasis on as since there obviously are differences - at least until new laws get thought up and passed.

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Re:We have detected a security breach. Services are temporar... by aneth4 on Monday April 01, 2013 @09:38PM (#5477188)
> Not sure there is as big as a difference between BTC and the current as people would lead you to believe

1) The value of your card is unlikely to be stolen by a hacker, unless you make an online purchase.

2) If someone spends the value of your card, you have recourse

3) Bitcoin is used to store much large amounts of money than you likely had on your VISA card

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