What’s Bitcoin?

In addition, Bitcoin has already established itself in large parts of daily life; for example, it is used by mail order companies and online shops. You can even pay for trips with Bitcoin. Furthermore, in some countries, there are even Bitcoin ATMs.

In online casinos, Bitcoin can be used for deposits and withdrawals. The popularity of Bitcoin in online gambling is primarily due to its secure and transparent payment method. In addition, many casino customers prefer “under the umbrella” payments. If you are not yet familiar with cryptocurrencies and Bitcoin in particular, we would be happy to briefly explain them.

We all know about traditional money, for example, the dollar or the euro. This is so-called fiat money (real money). Fiat money is used as a medium of exchange. For example, a dollar bill travels across a counter for a glass of orange juice. Cryptocurrencies are payment systems that do not require physical money in the form of notes or coins. The payment systems exist digitally and are decentralized.

The magic word for cryptocurrencies is blockchain. Blockchains are information chains or data records. These data sets (blocks) can be extended and are linked with each other. In Bitcoin, blockchains consist of data blocks containing transactions and checksums.

Nowadays, cryptocurrencies can be bought and, if you wish, easily traded via the appropriate platforms. This applies not only to Bitcoin but also to many other cryptocurrencies, such as IOTA, Ripple, and Dash, for example. In your digital wallet, you can see at any time the number of Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies as well as their equivalent value in fiat money (e.g., US dollars). This is similar to viewing a bank account balance.

Registering on platforms where you can purchase cryptocurrencies is easy, and the payment options are often varied. Generally, most cryptocurrencies are bought using a credit card—similar to purchasing anything online.

Bitcoin is a type of cryptocurrency that has been available since 2008. Since the currency is completely independent of states and banks, it opens up previously unimaginable opportunities. Some claim that cryptocurrencies are as revolutionary as the Internet itself. The opportunities offered by this decentralized payment system have also been recognized by many business people around the world, and the importance of Bitcoin as a means of payment in online casinos has been growing exponentially.

Business transactions can be facilitated using Bitcoin similarly to using fiat money. With Bitcoin, people can buy and sell goods and services. Bitcoin can even be produced through Bitcoin mining. Different providers have also created so-called Bitcoin exchanges. These are comparable in substance to bank accounts, but much easier to open. Using Bitcoin wallets, people around the world have access to global trade. In contrast, in many countries, bank accounts can be inaccessible to large parts of the population.

Just like real money, the value of Bitcoin is subject to fluctuation. Bitcoin’s value is determined by supply and demand. Unlike fiat currency, however, there are no banknotes or coins. Bitcoin exists only virtually.

Bitcoin is unregulated. Since there is no bank intermediary for transactions with Bitcoins, each transaction is carried out via a peer-to-peer connection. The system has now spread globally and is accessible on mobile devices. Since Bitcoins are managed in a computer network, in principle, the possibility of anonymity exists with the “correct” applications.

Transferring Bitcoin from your Bitcoin wallet to other users is easy. All it takes is a few clicks on the Internet. Depending on the amount to be transferred, a transaction can be completed within a few minutes. However, every transaction is final and cannot be undone. Moreover, transactions are not free; there is a small fee for each transaction.

The transfer of Bitcoin is also secure, which is ensured by an encryption system. Many reputable Bitcoin exchanges are now available for this purpose. Bitcoin exchanges offer many different ways to buy Bitcoins, for example, via credit card, PayPal, Sofortüberweisung (instant bank transfer), paysafecard, and many other payment methods depending on the provider.