Bitcoin kiosk/ATM device and system and method of using the same
US10332205B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 16, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 6, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q40/04
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A standalone Bitcoin kiosk/ATM device including at least the following components: (i) a bill validator; (ii) bill dispenser; (iii) printer; (iv) code scanner; (v) touch screen display; (vi) computing power in the form of a processor/controller; and (vii) internet connection means. The standalone device may include other components such as a backup power supply. In practice, the standalone device facilitates the purchase and sale of Bitcoin. A plurality of devices and central computer/server may form a network of devices.
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