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Are they trying to capitalize on current Bitcoin hype on the mainstream?

• dmix 14y ago
  This isn't a crypto-currency, only a virtual currency with a single vendor. Not quite a BTC competitor in any sense yet.
  • gnu8 14y ago
    It's not a currency at all, they're prepaid gift cards without the card.
• anigbrowl 14y ago
  Maybe, and why not? Let's face it, Amazon would coins make a lot more sense for most people than Bitcoin would. There's also the possibility that they're moving to undermine Paypal; Amazon and eBay have been at odds on Capital hill over sales tax policy.
• ihsw 14y ago
  Bitcoin isn't just a currency, it's also a major and reliable international transaction network.