Virgin Galactic

Sir Richard Branson: Bitcoin is Working

Virgin’s Sir Richard Branson says bitcoin is already a functional currency – one that has spawned a growing industry.

Business  ·  11 September 2014

Jeff Garzik Announces Partnership to Launch Bitcoin Satellites into Space

The non-profit endeavor plans to have a backup node in space in case the Bitcoin network fails.

Business  ·  23 April 2014
News

Winklevoss Twins Buy Virgin Galactic Tickets With Bitcoin

The Winklevoss twins are to climb aboard Virgin Galactic's spaceship – and they paid for their tickets in bitcoin.

Business  ·  5 March 2014
Startups

Richard Branson: 6 Bitcoin Customers Confirmed for Virgin Galactic Space Flight

Richard Branson revealed that a handful of people have paid in bitcoin for their flight on Virgin Galactic's spaceship.

Business  ·  24 January 2014
Startups

The Best Real-World Bitcoin Merchant Pioneers of This Year

We salute the pioneers who blazed a trail for bitcoin and promoted its use around the world in 2013.

Business  ·  29 December 2013
Markets

Bitcoin Price Hits $1,000 After Doubling in 7 Days. What Next?

Today bitcoin reached a whole new milestone, with the price of bitcoin on Mt. Gox reaching $1,000.

Markets  ·  27 November 2013
Startups

Virgin Galactic Accepts Bitcoin for Space Travel, says Billionaire Entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson

Sir Richard Branson has revealed that his commercial space flight venture Virgin Galactic is to accept payment in bitcoins.

Business  ·  22 November 2013