• Zorque@lemmy.world
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    3 days ago

    Crypto doesn’t ensure you get the product. Like with real cash, other party might just run away with money

    Which is why intermediaries exist and why crypto isn’t in any way a solution for the problem this entire post is about. And why bringing it up randomly is complete tech bro wankery.

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        3 days ago

        Valve? Not concerned. Random company selling something I need for a good price? Sure.

        The intermediaries are useful when dealing with less trustworthy merchants.

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      3 days ago

      You know you can build an escrow out of a smart-contract (even on Bitcoin) using multi-sig to ensure both parties are satisfied ?