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'BitCoen' to become first electronic currency specifically for Jews
A Russian businessman is behind the idea for the currency, which aims to simplify connections between Jewish communities.
Bitcoin, the world's most famous cryptocurrency
(photo credit:
BENOIT TESSIER /REUTERS
)
By
SHOSHANA KRANISH
AUGUST 8, 2017 15:33
Updated:
AUGUST 8, 2017 15:47
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