The Use of Cryptocurrencies in Microtransactions: From Ideal to Reality
In a world where daily financial transactions are rapidly digitizing, microtransactions—paying for a cup of coffee, accessing a digital article, or downloading a song—have become...
In a world where daily financial transactions are rapidly digitizing, microtransactions—paying for a cup of coffee, accessing a digital article, or downloading a song—have become integral to modern life. Yet traditional banking systems, with their high fees, geographic limitations, and sluggish processing times, have struggled to meet these needs. Enter cryptocurrencies, promising to "democratize finance." But can this technology truly become an efficient alternative for microtransactions? How Cryptocurrencies Fit into the Picture Cryptocurrencies initially gained fame as volatile investment assets, but they are now carving out a new role as payment intermediaries. Bitcoin and Ethereum, for instance, enable direct peer-to-peer...