Did you dream of it? Here it is: a web browser that allows you to earn satoshi (fraction of bitcoin) simply by surfing the web. The browser Slice has partnered with Bitrefill, a Bitcoin gift card platform to allow users to earn money and be able to spend it.
Thanks to this partnership, users of Slice will now be able to effectively use their Bitcoin. They will be able to purchase gift cards for video games, streaming platforms and other services.
Good news for Slice users
Created 2014, Bitrefill is on a mission to make cryptocurrencies more accessible. The company offers a wide selection of gift cards It offers options for Steam, PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop and other platforms. This means that players who earn Bitcoin using Slice will now be able to use it to purchase video games directly. This, without having to exchange their Bitcoin for fiat currencies. A real boon for crypto-holders who will no longer need to complete this step to make a purchase.
So, of course the initiative is not new and there are already web browsers that allow you to earn money like Brave For example. However, with Slice, internet users are paid in bitcoin. This makes a big difference for those who prefer to earn bitcoins over other cryptocurrencies.
“We are excited to partner with Bitrefill to give our users more choice and control over their money. We believe everyone should have the ability to spend their Bitcoin however they want and Bitrefill helps us make that possible. » This is a statement from Darina Oumanski, CEO and co-founder of Slice.
How much can you expect to earn with Slice?
Of course, it's not with Slice that you're going to become a millionaire, however, it still allows you to earn money, without having to make any effort. On the site, it is written that for a person who browses around 3 hours per day, they would earn $5 per month, on average.
How is the payment made?
You can request payment and receive it in bitcoin via the Lightning Network (for an instant and cheaper transaction) or get paid on PayPal directly. By choosing PayPal, you will have to count on a commission fee of 4% for a free transfer with Bitcoin. There will soon be other payment methods added to the site.
To receive Lightning payments, we recommend that you use Blue Wallet ou PhoenixEg.
A new economic model for content creators
This partnership will positively impact Slice and Bitrefill users in several ways. First, it will provide users with a new way to spend their Bitcoin. This will give them more choice and flexibility. Then, it will help promote the adoption of cryptocurrency. An impact that could lead to an increase in the value of cryptoassets. Finally, it could stimulate economic activity, as users will use their Bitcoin to purchase goods and services.
It will also be possible to send donations to content creators or to share revenues broadcast on social networks. This opens up new funding avenues for both parties, namely followers and content creators.
Final word
Both Slice and Bitrefill expressed their enthusiasm for this partnership. They also stated that they intend to continue it in the future. In addition, the new friends plan to add new products and services to the offering, and collaborate on other initiatives aimed at promoting the adoption of cryptocurrency.
However, it is still too early to say whether this partnership between Slice and Bitrefill will be a long-term success. Currently, the platform is in beta, however, it represents an important step in the evolution of cryptocurrencies as a mainstream payment method.
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Note: This does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research. All investments involve risks.
Cuckoo ! I installed it but I have the impression that Slice is not a browser as said in the article but an addon for Chrome.