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Bengaluru Auto Driver Accepts Cryptocurrency As Payment; Netizens Say, “Must Be Attending Web3 Hackathons”

For many, the idea of paying for an auto ride with cryptocurrency seems like a leap into the future.

by Nikitha Sebastian
Bengaluru Auto Driver Accepts Cryptocurrency As Payment; Netizens Say, “Must Be Attending Web3 Hackathons”

In a city known for its tech-savvy population, a Bengaluru auto driver has taken an innovative step by accepting cryptocurrency as payment. While many are still sceptical about digital currencies, this driver has embraced the future of money.

Bengaluru Auto Driver Accepts Cryptocurrency As Payment

A photo showing a note inside the auto has gone viral. The note reads, “We accept cryptocurrency.” This simple message has sparked excitement and curiosity online.

Cryptocurrency is a digital form of money. It is created using encryption algorithms. Unlike traditional currencies, cryptocurrencies have no legislated value. Their worth is determined by what people are willing to pay. Despite the uncertainties surrounding them, this Bengaluru auto driver seems undeterred. He is ready to take payment in a form many still find confusing.

Netizens Marvel At Forward-Thinking Approach

The buzz started when Garima Sharma, a user on X (formerly known as Twitter), shared the photo of the note. “Bro is transforming faster than most literate Indians,” she wrote in her post. Her post has since garnered over 67,000 views, and Netizens are eager to share their thoughts.

Reactions have been varied and entertaining. One user commented, “He must be attending those web3 hackathons in parallel I bet.” Another pointed out the uniqueness of Bengaluru, writing, “Only can be seen in Bengaluru.” A third user, intrigued by the idea, asked, “Did you actually try this option though?”

Others marvelled at the driver’s forward-thinking approach. “Where most people don’t have crypto accounts, he is accepting crypto,” one user observed. Another shared a more practical concern, saying, “Wonder if he still accepts crypto. If yes, he is one of a gem. Many have stopped taking crypto after 2022. I used to pay for food in crypto at a few places in Bengaluru.”

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The reactions reflect a mix of admiration and disbelief. For many, the idea of paying for an auto ride with cryptocurrency seems like a leap into the future. However, in Bengaluru, a city often at the forefront of technological adoption, it appears almost natural. For now, this driver has certainly made his mark as a pioneer, sparking conversations about the future of money in one of India’s most dynamic cities.

Cover Image Courtesy: @Garimaoo2/X (Formerly, Twitter)

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First Published: August 22, 2024 11:16 AM