Top Football Prospect to Be Paid in Bitcoin After Cinching College Contract
The 2025 Polynesian Bowl All-Star signed with the University of Southern California and will use payments app Strike to receive a portion of his compensation in bitcoin (BTC). Newly Signed USC Linebacker Opts for Bitcoin...
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