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by snissn 2964 days ago
> Cryptocurrency is slower than card networks.

How long does it take you to set up a merchant account? With cryptocurrency, it's practically instant.

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While a valid point, setting up a merchant account also imbues the merchant with some trust properties that are not available with a cryptocurrency wallet. Namely, the ability to procedural and legal recourse if something goes wrong with any new transaction.
24 hours or so. Its a non-issue for business operations.
How long does it take to set up a business?