BREAKING NEWS- Taiwan Bitcoin Exchange
This week, Wayi International announced Wmall will begin accepting Bitcoins early next year. From their statement it looks like Wayi wants to take it one step further and establish the first Taiwan Bitcoin Exchange. Taiwan News: Talk of the Day - Bitcoin to be introduced in Taiwan. "Wayi International Digital Entertainment Co. announced Wednesday that its online shopping site Wmall will begin to accept Bitcoin payments next year. The OTC (over-the-counter) market-listed company, which focuses on the research, development and distribution of online games, will be the first Taiwanese company....
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