Came across this music album where it looks like the artist embedded a Bitcoin wallet right into the cover art. Is this even legal? 🤔
A Music Album Featuring a Bitcoin Wallet Address
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mark.viperFull Member
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#2Nov 13, 2021, 06:49 AM
Are you referencing the same thread from reddit? Always good to source your info so it’s not flagged.
How's it illegal if the artist isn’t risking anything? But seriously, how did you find this album?
What personal details are you talking about? It’s just a public Bitcoin address. Totally legal to share that info.
I thought it was something more complex, but it seems like a simple wallet for tips. Makes sense.
How exactly is the wallet represented? Is it a barcode or just a long string? Can’t find anything.
Totally agree. The artist just has to keep their private keys safe, and everyone’s responsible for their own security.
But if the artist is from a place where Bitcoin is still accepted, there’s nothing wrong with it. It’s basically a way to get tips.
LuckyDeg3nFull Member
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#9Nov 16, 2021, 03:41 PM
Exactly, no rules against showing your Bitcoin address. If anything, it’s a neat way to get more attention.
wallet_2018Member
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#10Nov 18, 2021, 12:28 PM
Yeah, but wasn’t there a time when labels rejected covers for having extra info? Wonder if that applies here.
You can't really say it’s illegal unless there’s a specific law against it. Public addresses are meant to be shared.
I’m not seeing how this is a problem. Artists can put whatever they want on their covers, right?
Seems like it’s just promotional. I don’t see an issue if they put their own wallet there.
I think it’s a cool idea! Blends art with crypto culture, but security is worth considering.
nick.orbitFull Member
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#15Nov 19, 2021, 05:04 AM
Question for the OP, is there a country that bans displaying a public Bitcoin address? I’ve never heard of that.
quantumhashNewbie
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#16Nov 19, 2021, 08:40 AM
Exactly, searching suggests no country restricts that. Putting a wallet on a cover could even attract donations.
SilentBearFull Member
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#17Nov 19, 2021, 09:43 AM
I know a lot of artists who’ve been turned down for covers with info not related to the album title. It’s odd.
wallet_2018Member
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#18Nov 21, 2021, 07:27 PM
There's no law against this, just differing platform rules. Privacy acts might come into it, but artist choice reigns.
AtomicRavenNewbie
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#19Nov 21, 2021, 08:08 PM
What’s the big deal? If the artist wants to risk their privacy, that’s on them.
Very clever marketing strategy to draw in the crypto crowd. Lots of buzz from this album already.
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