Increasing Acceptance of Monero in the Crypto Space

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#1May 22, 2020, 12:10 AM
I've been all-in on Monero for its focus on privacy and freedom of expression. It's super cool to see more merchants starting to accept it. The transaction fees are still super low, like a couple of cents.
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LuckyByteMember
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#2May 22, 2020, 01:39 AM
Yeah, Monero's gradually gaining traction, but it's pretty slow. Most places don’t take XMR directly, which kinda ruins its privacy benefits. It's like a workaround through payment processors.
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chad88Newbie
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#3May 22, 2020, 05:20 AM
Monero is my go-to after Bitcoin. With all the new regulations, I think more people will want to adopt XMR. By the way, what’s this OrangeFren you mentioned? I’ve seen it around but never tried it.
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viper51Member
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#4May 22, 2020, 06:58 AM
I keep hearing users rave about Monero, but I don't fully get what sets it apart technically. Does it operate like Bitcoin or is it really a different beast?
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chad88Newbie
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#5May 22, 2020, 10:07 AM
In broad strokes, it's decentralized like Bitcoin, but quite distinct in its infrastructure. Monero is all about true anonymity. Just look it up for more info, you’ll see why it's a solid alternative.
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#6May 23, 2020, 10:30 PM
I don't get how Monero's popularity has lagged. Zcash is blowing up lately, mainly due to its listing on major exchanges.
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#7May 24, 2020, 02:12 AM
True, the more Monero is adopted, the better for privacy overall. But right now, it seems like people are treating it more as a trading asset rather than for actual payments, thanks to all the pressure from authorities on merchants.
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#8May 24, 2020, 04:51 AM
Adoption has always been there, but with exchanges wary of listing privacy coins due to compliance issues, it’s slowed down quite a bit. Still, the recent price rally might kickstart things again.
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#9May 24, 2020, 05:46 AM
If you need to jump through hoops to use Monero, it shows it isn’t fully accepted yet. Heard THORchain is adding Monero though. Most demand seems to be from those looking to avoid KYC, not necessarily for shopping.
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#10May 24, 2020, 10:59 AM
Bitcoin seems to reign supreme in acceptance. Other cryptos need workarounds. But some privacy-focused shops only take Monero. We really need wallets that can work without hogging hard drive space.
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#11May 24, 2020, 02:29 PM
The privacy benefits of Monero are huge. Investors see its potential for the future, especially in terms of utility. It's all about figuring out how to maintain that privacy.
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0xGasMember
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#12May 26, 2020, 10:03 PM
I see new exchanges listing Monero, which is promising. Seen some cool upgrades too. Just wishing there was more visible acceptance.
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#13May 27, 2020, 12:37 AM
Monero's usage is often quiet; a lot of it happens behind the scenes. Merchants might accept it through processors, but you rarely hear about these partnerships.
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th3_h4wkNewbie
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#14May 27, 2020, 04:59 AM
I thought Monero’s popularity was waning due to regulatory crackdowns forcing delistings. If it’s seeing a comeback, that's great! It deserves more recognition.
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probablynothingFull Member
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#15May 27, 2020, 10:43 AM
Monero's getting some real-world use, especially from those valuing privacy. It's still not mainstream though, with many exchanges delisting it. The community's strong but growth feels slow.
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LuckyByteMember
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#16May 27, 2020, 04:23 PM
Zcash is more prominent on regulated exchanges because it can use transparent addresses. Monero, with its enforced privacy, is getting left behind, mostly due to these compliance issues.
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#17May 27, 2020, 05:31 PM
I’m skeptical about Monero making a strong return. After so many delistings, it seems like it has a niche following but not much growth potential.
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#18May 27, 2020, 05:51 PM
When I talk about acceptance, I mean retail, not banks. Retail acceptance is key. No one is saying to buy Monero as an investment. People just wanna use it to buy stuff.
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#19May 27, 2020, 09:13 PM
I totally see why adoption is rising. The fight for privacy is real now. Monero’s one of the few left standing. Privacy advocates will naturally gravitate toward it.
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#20May 28, 2020, 06:41 AM
Exchanges are skittish about regulations. They’d rather delist Monero than deal with law enforcement. It's been a haven for scammers, making things difficult for everyone.
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