How Does Bitcoin Work?

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How Does Bitcoin Work?

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May 5, 2016

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If money is only valuable when we believe in it, how much is a Bitcoin actually worth? Christian explains the virtual currency as well as how to mine it and the risks involved in investing. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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May 5, 2016

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