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- the present disclosure relates generally to systems and methods for selling cryptocurrencies and, more particularly, to systems and methods for selling cryptocurrencies via consumer-operated kiosks.
- Cryptocurrencies have gained widespread popularity in recent years. For example, bitcoin, which is the most popular cryptocurrency, is now accepted in a wide variety of establishments, and it is likely that the number of retailers and businesses that accept bitcoin will continue to rise. Cryptocurrencies provide not only a convenient, prompt, and secure method of payment for goods and services, but also the potential for appreciation.
- a cryptocurrency wallet is software that stores and manages public and private keys of the user that can be used to receive or spend a cryptocurrency.
- the user can use a traditional medium, such as a credit card, bank transfer, or debit card, to buy or sell a cryptocurrency on a cryptocurrency exchange or “crypto exchange.”
- a traditional medium such as a credit card, bank transfer, or debit card
- many “un-banked” consumers do not have a credit card or bank account, leaving an entire segment of the population unable to gain access to cryptocurrencies.
- some banks and credit card companies do not allow their cardholders to purchase a cryptocurrency with their credit cards. Accordingly, it would be advantageous to provide consumers with a convenient and easy way to buy a cryptocurrency and participate in this dynamic new economy.
- FIG. 1 is a partially schematic isometric view of a consumer-operated kiosk configured in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology.
- FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram illustrating components of an environment for selling a cryptocurrency via consumer-operated kiosks in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology.
- FIG. 3 is a flow diagram of a routine for selling a cryptocurrency via a consumer-operated kiosk in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology.
- FIG. 4 is a sequence diagram illustrating a process of selling a cryptocurrency via a consumer-operated kiosk in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology.
- FIG. 5 is a flow diagram of a routine for redeeming a cryptocurrency in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology.
- FIG. 6 is a sequence diagram illustrating a process for verifying a redemption code and PIN for a cryptocurrency purchase transaction in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology.
- the consumer-operated kiosks described herein allow a user to purchase a cryptocurrency with cash.
- a user can go to one of the consumer-operated kiosks and select a cryptocurrency that the user desires to purchase via the user interface of the kiosk.
- the kiosk displays the current exchange rate for the selected cryptocurrency.
- the kiosk obtains the current exchange rate from a cryptocurrency exchange.
- a cryptocurrency exchange is an online platform (e.g., Coinbase) that allows users to trade cryptocurrencies for other assets, such as conventional fiat currencies or other cryptocurrencies.
- the kiosk communicates with the cryptocurrency exchange through a crypto server, which provides Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) that enable the kiosk to perform many of the functions described herein, including obtaining an exchange rate from the cryptocurrency exchange.
- APIs Application Programming Interfaces
- the kiosk also displays the transaction terms to the user. Once the user accepts the transaction terms (e.g., by touching an “Accept” button displayed on the user interface), the kiosk is ready to accept payment.
- the user can use a variety of payment methods (e.g., paper bills, coins, credit cards, debit cards, gift cards, mobile payments, etc.).
- the user can insert paper bills (e.g., cash bills) into the kiosk bill acceptor and/or pour coins into the kiosk coin acceptor.
- the kiosk displays the amount of the cryptocurrency corresponding to the received payment based on the current exchange rate.
- the user confirms the purchase via the user interface of the kiosk (e.g., by touching a “Send Cryptocurrency” button).
- the kiosk proceeds with purchasing the cryptocurrency from the cryptocurrency exchange by invoking an API of the crypto server.
- the kiosk can provide the user with, e.g., a voucher that includes a redemption code and personal identification number (PIN), which are unique to each transaction and used to verify the transaction when the user subsequently redeems the cryptocurrency.
- PIN personal identification number
- the user can redeem or claim the cryptocurrency using the redemption code and PIN by visiting a website of a cryptocurrency exchange (e.g., www.coinme.com).
- the user can use a personal electronic device (e.g., a personal computer, smartphone, etc.) to redeem the cryptocurrency at the website of the cryptocurrency exchange.
- the user can sign in to the website using an existing account or create a new account.
- the user's login credentials e.g., a username and password
- the user enters the redemption code and PIN.
- the cryptocurrency exchange evaluates the redemption code to verify the transaction associated with the redemption code.
- the cryptocurrency exchange sends the PIN to the crypto server via an API call to the crypto server so that it can verify the PIN and ensure the validity of the transaction.
- the cryptocurrency is added to a cryptocurrency wallet of the user.
- This two-factor authentication of the transaction reduces the risk of a fraudulent transaction and hacking by providing an extra layer of security and protection.
- this two-factor authentication also permits each entity to independently verify the authenticity of the transaction before adding the cryptocurrency to the wallet of the user, as described in greater detail below.
- the consumer-operated kiosks described herein allow a user to obtain cash in return for cryptocurrency.
- a user can go to one of the consumer-operated kiosks and select an option to sell cryptocurrency (or withdraw cash) via the user interface of the kiosk.
- the user then inputs information to identify the user's cryptocurrency wallet (e.g., by scanning a QR code associated with the cryptocurrency wallet).
- the user can scan or input an ID and the kiosk can automatically retrieve information about the cryptocurrency wallet associated with the ID.
- the kiosk After providing the cryptocurrency wallet information, the user enters the amount of the cryptocurrency that the user wants to exchange for cash, and the kiosk displays the amount of cash corresponding to the amount of the cryptocurrency entered by the user based on the current exchange rate, which is obtained from a cryptocurrency exchange via an API call to the crypto server.
- the kiosk processes the transaction by communicating with the cryptocurrency exchange via the APIs of the crypto server and dispenses the cash to the user via a cash outlet of the kiosk.
- the kiosk can display, via the user interface, a cryptocurrency address (e.g., in the form a QR code) to which the user can send the cryptocurrency.
- a cryptocurrency address e.g., in the form a QR code
- the user can use a personal electronic device (e.g., a smartphone) to send the cryptocurrency to that address.
- the kiosk then waits for confirmation of the exchange transaction, and after receiving the confirmation, dispenses the cash to the user via the cash outlet.
- FIG. 1 is a partially schematic isometric view of a consumer-operated kiosk 100 (“kiosk 100 ”) for selling a cryptocurrency (e.g., bitcoin) in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology.
- the kiosk 100 can be a consumer-operated coin counting kiosk that is located in retail outlets (e.g., grocery stores, drug stores, etc.) banks, and/or other publicly-accessible areas.
- the kiosk 100 is approximately the same size as a conventional food or soft drink vending machine.
- the kiosk 100 includes a housing 102 , a user interface 104 , and devices for receiving payment from users, such as a bill acceptor 106 , a coin acceptor 108 , and a card reader 110 (collectively referred to as a “funds input region”).
- the user interface 104 can include a display screen or monitor for operationally interfacing with users via visual or audible signals, textual instructions, animations, dialogue boxes, touch screens, selector buttons, icons, prompts, or other features provided to users.
- the user interface 104 includes a touch screen that can provide visual or audio information to, and receive information from, users.
- the user interface 104 can include other input devices that can provide and receive user information, such as a keypad, an encrypted PIN pad, a voice command device, and other suitable user input devices known in the art.
- the coin acceptor 108 includes a hinged tray in which the user may pour their coins and then lift one side of the tray to cause the coins to flow into the kiosk 100 .
- other types of coin input devices and systems can be included with the kiosk 100 .
- the kiosk 100 can house a coin discriminator for discriminating and counting the coins input by the user to determine an associated value (e.g., a total value).
- the kiosk 100 additionally houses a voucher/coupon printer for printing vouchers, coupons, receipts and other printed indicia associated with coin counting transactions that are dispensed to the user via a dispensing slot 114 .
- the kiosk 100 also includes a coin return slot 116 that returns unaccepted coins to the user.
- the user can supplement the coin value by providing additional funds to the kiosk.
- the user can provide cash funds via the bill acceptor 106 and credit or debit value via the card reader 110 that can read a magnetic stripe, optical indicia, and the like on a corresponding credit or debit card input by the user.
- the kiosk 100 can further include a communication facility 115 for communicating with various remote computing systems, including servers, databases, financial institutions, third party merchants, other consumer operated kiosks within the same network, and other remote computing systems to perform various notification and transaction functions.
- the communication facility 115 can include a wired connection (e.g., an Ethernet port, cable modem, FireWire cable, Lightning connector, USB port, etc.) or a wireless connection (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, near-field communication (NFC), cellular radio utilizing 4G LTE technologies, etc.) suitable for communication with remote computing systems via a communication link 204 or directly via a peer-to-peer network.
- a wired connection e.g., an Ethernet port, cable modem, FireWire cable, Lightning connector, USB port, etc.
- a wireless connection e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, near-field communication (NFC), cellular radio utilizing 4G LTE technologies, etc.
- the kiosk 100 and its various components and systems can be at least generally similar in structure and function to the kiosks and corresponding kiosk components and systems described in the following U.S. patents and patent applications, each of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety: U.S. patent application Ser. Nos. 13/671,299, 13/728,905, 13/790,674, 14/312,393, 14/617,672, and 14/674,860; and U.S. Pat. Nos.
- FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of a suitable computing environment 200 in which various embodiments of the present technology can be implemented.
- the environment 200 includes multiple of the consumer-operated kiosks 100 (identified individually as kiosks 100 a - 100 n ) that can be operably connected to one or more remote computing systems (e.g., a crypto server 202 ) via a communication link 204 .
- a remote computing system e.g., a crypto server 202
- the communication link 204 can include one or more wired or wireless networks such as, but not limited to, an intranet, the Internet, a Local Area Network (LAN), a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN), a Personal Area Network (PAN), a Campus Area Network (CAN), a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN), a Wide Area Network (WAN), a Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN), Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and LTE networks, and can use one or more messaging protocols, such as TCP/IP, SMS, MMS, extensible messaging and presence protocol (XMPP), real time messaging protocol (RTMP), instant messaging and presence protocol (IMPP), instant messaging, USSD, IRC, and any other wireless or wired data network or messaging protocols.
- the communication link 204 can include a publicly available network (e.g., the Internet), the kiosks 100 can also connect to and communicate with remote computing systems through a private communication link (e.g., an intranet).
- the crypto server 202 is operably connected to the kiosks 100 and one or more cryptocurrency exchanges 206 (identified individually as cryptocurrency exchanges 206 a - 206 n ) via the communication link 204 and provides APIs that enable the kiosks 100 to perform many of the functions associated with the routines described herein.
- the crypto server 202 provides APIs for the kiosks 100 to invoke and obtain the current price of a cryptocurrency from a cryptocurrency exchange 206 and to purchase the cryptocurrency at that price from the cryptocurrency exchange 206 .
- a cryptocurrency exchange is a third-party online platform (e.g., Coinbase) that allows users to trade cryptocurrencies for other assets, such as conventional fiat currencies or other cryptocurrencies.
- a cryptocurrency exchange 206 includes a database 208 that can store web pages of the cryptocurrency exchange 206 and other content exchanged between personal electronic devices 210 (identified individually as personal electronic devices 210 a - 210 n ) of a user and the cryptocurrency exchange 206 , user account information, cryptocurrency transaction information, etc.
- the crypto server 202 and the cryptocurrency exchange 206 can be operated by, or associated with, different entities.
- the crypto server 202 can be operated by, or associated with, an entity that operates the kiosks, while the cryptocurrency exchange 206 can be operated by, or associated with, a different entity that operates the cryptocurrency exchange.
- the crypto server 202 facilitates an authentication (e.g., a two-factor authentication) of a cryptocurrency transaction.
- an authentication e.g., a two-factor authentication
- the user receives two redemptive tokens: a first unique code (e.g., a redemption code) and a second unique code (e.g., a PIN).
- the kiosk 100 may print a receipt having the redemption code and the PIN.
- the user receives the redemption code and the PIN in other suitable ways (e.g., via text message, email, the kiosk display, etc.).
- Both the redemption code and the PIN are associated with the transaction in one or more suitable databases, and both the redemption code and the PIN may be necessary for the user to obtain the purchased cryptocurrency from the cryptocurrency exchange 206 .
- both the redemption code and the PIN are computer generated (e.g., generated by one or more computing systems associated with the kiosks 100 , the crypto server 202 , and/or the cryptocurrency exchange 206 ).
- at least one of the redemption code or the PIN can be selected/generated by the user.
- the kiosk 100 may prompt the user to input the desired user selected redemption code and/or PIN via the user interface 104 .
- the kiosk 100 can then send the user selected redemption code and/or PIN to the crypto server 202 and/or the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to associate the user selected redemption code and/or PIN with the transaction.
- the redemption code is stored at a computer associated with the cryptocurrency exchange 206
- the PIN is stored at the crypto server 202 (or a computer associated with the crypto server 202 ) at least until the redemption process is complete (e.g., at least until the user obtains the purchased cryptocurrency from the cryptocurrency exchange 206 as described below).
- the user uses a personal electronic device 210 (e.g., a personal computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.) to connect to a website of the cryptocurrency exchange 206 and enter the redemption code and the PIN.
- the cryptocurrency exchange 206 uses the redemption code to verify the transaction. For example, in some embodiments the cryptocurrency exchange 206 can compare the received redemption code with the stored redemption codes. In some embodiments, the cryptocurrency exchange 206 may also compare other information about the requested transaction at the cryptocurrency exchange 206 (e.g., a user telephone number, the amount of the purchased cryptocurrency, etc.) with information associated with the stored redemption codes. If the received redemption code matches a stored redemption code (and/or if the other information matches the information associated with the stored redemption code), the transaction is verified with the cryptocurrency exchange 206 .
- a personal electronic device 210 e.g., a personal computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.
- the cryptocurrency exchange also invokes an API of the crypto server 202 to verify the PIN with the crypto server 202 .
- the cryptocurrency exchange 206 can send the PIN to the crypto server 202 , and the crypto server 202 can compare the received PIN with the stored PINs.
- the crypto server 202 may also compare other information about the requested transaction at the cryptocurrency exchange 206 (e.g., a user telephone number, the amount of funds received from the user, etc.) with information associated with the stored PINs. If the received PIN matches one of the stored PINs (and/or if the other information matches the information associated with the stored PIN), the transaction is verified with the crypto server 202 .
- a first entity e.g., a cryptocurrency exchange operator
- a second entity e.g., a kiosk operator
- the crypto server 202 and/or the kiosks 100 can use the PIN to independently verify the transaction before the user is able to obtain the purchased cryptocurrency.
- two or more entities involved in the cryptocurrency transaction can each verify certain aspects of the transaction before they permit the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to add the purchased cryptocurrency to the user's cryptocurrency wallet.
- a first entity e.g., the cryptocurrency exchange operator
- a second entity e.g., the kiosk operator
- any of these aspects may be verified as outlined above (e.g., by comparing the received code with the stored codes and/or by comparing information associated with stored codes to information about a requested transaction at the cryptocurrency exchange 206 ). Both the first entity and the second entity are therefore able to confirm various aspects of the specific transaction before allowing the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to disperse the purchased cryptocurrency to the user's cryptocurrency wallet. In some embodiments, if the first entity or the second entity is unable to confirm one or more aspects of the transaction (e.g., if confirmation of either the redemption code or the PIN fails), the cryptocurrency exchange 206 may deny the transaction or otherwise delay adding cryptocurrency to the user's wallet. This process may reduce the likelihood of fraudulent activity that could be costly to the cryptocurrency exchange, the kiosk operator, or both.
- the computing systems on which the kiosks 100 , the crypto server 202 , the cryptocurrency exchanges 206 , the personal electronic devices 210 , and the other systems of FIG. 2 may be implemented may include a central processing unit, input devices, output devices (e.g., display devices and speakers), storage devices (e.g., memory and disk drives), network interfaces, graphics processing units, cellular radio link interfaces, global positioning system devices, and so on.
- the input devices may include keyboards, pointing devices, touch screens, gesture recognition devices (e.g., for air gestures), head and eye tracking devices, microphones for voice recognition, and so on.
- the computing systems may include high-performance computing systems, cloud-based servers, desktop computers, laptops, tablets, e-readers, personal digital assistants, smartphones, gaming devices, servers, and so on.
- the computing systems may access computer-readable media that include computer-readable storage media and data transmission media.
- the computer-readable storage media are tangible storage means that do not include a transitory, propagating signal. Examples of computer-readable storage media include memory such as primary memory, cache memory, and secondary memory (e.g., DVD) and other storage.
- the computer-readable storage media may have recorded on them or may be encoded with computer-executable instructions or logic that implements the kiosks 100 , the crypto server 202 , the cryptocurrency exchanges 206 , the personal electronic devices 210 , and the other systems of FIG. 2 .
- the data transmission media are used for transmitting data via transitory, propagating signals or carrier waves (e.g., electromagnetism) via a wired or wireless connection.
- the computing systems may include a secure cryptoprocessor as part of a central processing unit for generating and securely storing keys and for encrypting and decrypting data using the keys.
- the functions performed by the kiosks 100 , the crypto server 202 , the cryptocurrency exchanges 206 , the personal electronic devices 210 , and the other systems of FIG. 2 may be described in the general context of computer-executable instructions, such as program modules and components, executed by one or more computers, processors, or other devices.
- program modules or components include routines, programs, objects, data structures, and so on that perform tasks or implement data types of the kiosks 100 , the crypto server 202 , the cryptocurrency exchanges 206 , the personal electronic devices 210 , and the other systems of FIG. 2 .
- the functionality of the program modules may be combined or distributed as desired in various examples.
- aspects of the kiosks 100 , the crypto server 202 , the cryptocurrency exchanges 206 , the personal electronic devices 210 , and the other systems of FIG. 2 may be implemented in hardware using, for example, an application-specific integrated circuit (“ASIC”) or field programmable gate array (“FPGA”).
- ASIC application-specific integrated circuit
- FPGA field programmable gate array
- FIG. 2 The various components and component arrangements depicted in FIG. 2 are merely illustrative of some embodiments of the present technology. Aspects of the invention may be practiced in a variety of other computing environments. Some embodiments can include additional components. For example, those of ordinary skill in the art will understand that embodiments of the environment 200 can further include or be connectable to other entities, such as financial institutions for reconciling purchases (e.g., banks, credit/debit card providers, accounting clearing houses) and other associated computer systems, as necessary to implement electronic commerce and other aspects of the methods and systems described herein. In some embodiments, the environment 200 may lack one or more of the components shown in FIG. 2 . In some embodiments, the functions of the crypto server 202 may be divided among multiple other servers or resources.
- all or a portion of the functions performed by the crypto server 202 can be performed by the kiosks 100 themselves.
- the kiosks 100 and the cryptocurrency exchanges 206 are described as being operated by separate entities, in some embodiments, these entities may be a single entity.
- all or a portion of the functions performed by the cryptocurrency exchanges 206 can be performed or controlled by the kiosk operator (e.g., Coinstar).
- FIG. 3 is a flow diagram of a routine 300 for selling a cryptocurrency via a consumer-operated kiosk (e.g., the kiosk 100 ) in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology.
- the routine can be executed by a processing device in accordance with computer-executable instructions stored on a computer-readable medium.
- the routine can be executed by application software running on the kiosk 100 and/or other processing devices.
- the routine begins by displaying options to purchase one or more cryptocurrencies via the user interface 104 of the kiosk 100 .
- the routine receives from a user a selection of a cryptocurrency via the user interface 104 of the kiosk 100 .
- the routine may optionally request that the user input a user telephone number via the user interface 104 of the kiosk 100 and then receive the user telephone number.
- the routine obtains the current exchange rate for the selected cryptocurrency from a cryptocurrency exchange 206 .
- a cryptocurrency exchange 206 is an online platform (e.g., Coinbase) that allows customers to trade cryptocurrencies (e.g., bitcoin) for other assets, such as conventional fiat currencies or other cryptocurrencies.
- the kiosk 100 communicates with the crypto server 202 to obtain the exchange rate by invoking an API of the crypto server 202 .
- the crypto server 202 in turn communicates with the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to obtain the exchange rate.
- communications between the kiosk 100 and the crypto server 202 and between the crypto server 202 and the cryptocurrency exchange 206 can be sent using Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS).
- HTTPS Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure
- the routine displays the exchange rate to the user (e.g., via the user interface 104 of the kiosk 100 ).
- the routine also displays transaction terms to the user via the user interface 104 of the kiosk 100 .
- the transaction terms may include policies regarding eligibility, privacy, fees, ownership, acknowledgement of risk, cancellations, etc.
- the routine receives payment (e.g., cash) from the user (e.g., via the bill acceptor 106 of the kiosk 100 ).
- the kiosk 100 displays the amount of the selected cryptocurrency corresponding to the value of the received payment.
- the routine purchases the cryptocurrency from the cryptocurrency exchange 206 in an amount based on the value of the received payment and the exchange rate by invoking an API of the crypto server 202 .
- two tokens (a redemption code and a PIN) are generated and associated with the transaction at the time of purchase, which can be used to redeem the cryptocurrency.
- the cryptocurrency exchange 206 uses the redemption code to verify the transaction and invokes an API of the crypto server 202 to verify the PIN with the crypto server 202 .
- the redemption code enables the first entity to verify the transaction and the PIN enables the second entity to independently verify the transaction.
- the routine provides to the user, via the dispensing slot 114 of the kiosk 100 , a receipt that includes the redemption code and PIN.
- the routine can optionally provide instructions directing the user how to redeem the purchased cryptocurrency at the cryptocurrency exchange 206 (e.g., instructions for accessing a website associated with the cryptocurrency exchange 206 ).
- the instructions may be included on the receipt provided in block 316 , displayed on the user interface 104 of the kiosk 100 , or otherwise provided to the user. Then the routine completes.
- FIG. 4 is a sequence diagram illustrating a process of selling a cryptocurrency via a consumer-operated kiosk in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology.
- the user selects 402 a cryptocurrency to purchase via the user interface 104 of the kiosk 100 .
- the kiosk 100 logs 404 a kiosk event to the crypto server 202 to indicate the start of a crypto transaction.
- the kiosk 100 then sends 406 a request to the crypto server 202 to get a real-time exchange rate quote from the cryptocurrency exchange 206 .
- the crypto server 202 communicates with the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to obtain 408 an exchange rate quote.
- the user then inserts 410 bills via the bill acceptor 106 of the kiosk 100 .
- the kiosk 100 sends 414 a purchase request to the crypto server 202 .
- the crypto server 202 purchases 416 the cryptocurrency from the cryptocurrency exchange 206 .
- FIG. 5 is a flow diagram of a routine 500 for redeeming a cryptocurrency in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology.
- the routine can be executed by a computing system of one of the cryptocurrency exchanges 206 in accordance with computer-readable instructions stored on the memory.
- the routine begins when the routine receives login information (e.g., an ID and a password) from the user.
- the routine can receive the login information when the user goes to a website of the cryptocurrency exchange 206 and enters the login information using a personal electronic device (e.g., a personal computer, smartphone, etc.).
- the user can create an account or log in to an existing account.
- the routine verifies the login information received from the user.
- the routine proceeds to block 508 , otherwise the routine completes with an error.
- the user may be prompted to input a user telephone number in addition to, or in lieu of, the login information.
- the cryptocurrency exchange 206 may also require the user input the user telephone number at the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to proceed with redeeming the user's transaction.
- the user telephone number may be associated with the transaction (e.g., associated with the redemption code and/or PIN) and provide an additional layer of security.
- the routine receives a redemption code and PIN from the user. These are the two tokens that were issued to the user when the user purchased the cryptocurrency.
- the cryptocurrency exchange 206 uses the redemption code to verify the transaction associated with the redemption code. In addition to the verification purpose, the cryptocurrency exchange 206 uses the redemption code to track when the cryptocurrency is accessed and added into a cryptocurrency wallet. The cryptocurrency exchange 206 also communicates with the crypto server 202 to verify the PIN by invoking an API of the crypto server 202 .
- decision block 512 if the verification of the redemption code and PIN is successful, the routine proceeds to block 514 , otherwise the routine completes with an error.
- the routine adds the cryptocurrency to a cryptocurrency wallet of the user and then completes.
- FIG. 6 is a sequence diagram illustrating a process for verifying a redemption code and PIN for a cryptocurrency purchase transaction in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology.
- the user goes to the cryptocurrency exchange website and enters 602 the user's login information to access the user's account.
- the cryptocurrency exchange 206 verifies 604 the login information.
- the user enters 606 the redemption code and PIN.
- the cryptocurrency exchange 206 verifies 608 the code and its associated transaction.
- the cryptocurrency exchange 206 verifies 610 the PIN with the crypto server 202 by invoking an API of the crypto server 202 .
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- The present application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/854,761, filed Apr. 21, 2020, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/838,638, titled KIOSK-BASED SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SELLING CRYPTOCURRENCIES, filed Apr. 25, 2019, the disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entireties.
- The present disclosure relates generally to systems and methods for selling cryptocurrencies and, more particularly, to systems and methods for selling cryptocurrencies via consumer-operated kiosks.
- Cryptocurrencies have gained widespread popularity in recent years. For example, bitcoin, which is the most popular cryptocurrency, is now accepted in a wide variety of establishments, and it is likely that the number of retailers and businesses that accept bitcoin will continue to rise. Cryptocurrencies provide not only a convenient, prompt, and secure method of payment for goods and services, but also the potential for appreciation.
- In order to buy or sell a cryptocurrency, a user typically needs a cryptocurrency wallet (e.g., a bitcoin wallet). A cryptocurrency wallet is software that stores and manages public and private keys of the user that can be used to receive or spend a cryptocurrency. Once the user has a cryptocurrency wallet, the user can use a traditional medium, such as a credit card, bank transfer, or debit card, to buy or sell a cryptocurrency on a cryptocurrency exchange or “crypto exchange.” However, many “un-banked” consumers do not have a credit card or bank account, leaving an entire segment of the population unable to gain access to cryptocurrencies. Moreover, some banks and credit card companies do not allow their cardholders to purchase a cryptocurrency with their credit cards. Accordingly, it would be advantageous to provide consumers with a convenient and easy way to buy a cryptocurrency and participate in this dynamic new economy.
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FIG. 1 is a partially schematic isometric view of a consumer-operated kiosk configured in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology. -
FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram illustrating components of an environment for selling a cryptocurrency via consumer-operated kiosks in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology. -
FIG. 3 is a flow diagram of a routine for selling a cryptocurrency via a consumer-operated kiosk in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology. -
FIG. 4 is a sequence diagram illustrating a process of selling a cryptocurrency via a consumer-operated kiosk in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology. -
FIG. 5 is a flow diagram of a routine for redeeming a cryptocurrency in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology. -
FIG. 6 is a sequence diagram illustrating a process for verifying a redemption code and PIN for a cryptocurrency purchase transaction in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology. - The following disclosure describes various embodiments of kiosk-based systems and methods for selling cryptocurrencies (e.g., bitcoin) to consumers. In some embodiments, the consumer-operated kiosks described herein allow a user to purchase a cryptocurrency with cash. For example, in some embodiments a user can go to one of the consumer-operated kiosks and select a cryptocurrency that the user desires to purchase via the user interface of the kiosk. In response to receiving the user selection, the kiosk displays the current exchange rate for the selected cryptocurrency. The kiosk obtains the current exchange rate from a cryptocurrency exchange. A cryptocurrency exchange is an online platform (e.g., Coinbase) that allows users to trade cryptocurrencies for other assets, such as conventional fiat currencies or other cryptocurrencies. The kiosk communicates with the cryptocurrency exchange through a crypto server, which provides Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) that enable the kiosk to perform many of the functions described herein, including obtaining an exchange rate from the cryptocurrency exchange. In addition to displaying the current exchange rate, the kiosk also displays the transaction terms to the user. Once the user accepts the transaction terms (e.g., by touching an “Accept” button displayed on the user interface), the kiosk is ready to accept payment. The user can use a variety of payment methods (e.g., paper bills, coins, credit cards, debit cards, gift cards, mobile payments, etc.). For example, in some embodiments, the user can insert paper bills (e.g., cash bills) into the kiosk bill acceptor and/or pour coins into the kiosk coin acceptor. As the payment is received and processed, the kiosk displays the amount of the cryptocurrency corresponding to the received payment based on the current exchange rate. After the payment is processed, the user confirms the purchase via the user interface of the kiosk (e.g., by touching a “Send Cryptocurrency” button). Upon receiving the purchase confirmation, the kiosk proceeds with purchasing the cryptocurrency from the cryptocurrency exchange by invoking an API of the crypto server. Then the kiosk can provide the user with, e.g., a voucher that includes a redemption code and personal identification number (PIN), which are unique to each transaction and used to verify the transaction when the user subsequently redeems the cryptocurrency.
- In some embodiments, the user can redeem or claim the cryptocurrency using the redemption code and PIN by visiting a website of a cryptocurrency exchange (e.g., www.coinme.com). The user can use a personal electronic device (e.g., a personal computer, smartphone, etc.) to redeem the cryptocurrency at the website of the cryptocurrency exchange. The user can sign in to the website using an existing account or create a new account. After the user's login credentials (e.g., a username and password) are verified, the user enters the redemption code and PIN. The cryptocurrency exchange evaluates the redemption code to verify the transaction associated with the redemption code. Then the cryptocurrency exchange sends the PIN to the crypto server via an API call to the crypto server so that it can verify the PIN and ensure the validity of the transaction. If both the verification of the redemption code by the cryptocurrency exchange and the verification of the PIN by the crypto server are successful, the cryptocurrency is added to a cryptocurrency wallet of the user. This two-factor authentication of the transaction reduces the risk of a fraudulent transaction and hacking by providing an extra layer of security and protection. In embodiments in which the crypto server and the cryptocurrency exchange are operated by different entities, this two-factor authentication also permits each entity to independently verify the authenticity of the transaction before adding the cryptocurrency to the wallet of the user, as described in greater detail below.
- In some embodiments, the consumer-operated kiosks described herein allow a user to obtain cash in return for cryptocurrency. For example, in some embodiments, a user can go to one of the consumer-operated kiosks and select an option to sell cryptocurrency (or withdraw cash) via the user interface of the kiosk. The user then inputs information to identify the user's cryptocurrency wallet (e.g., by scanning a QR code associated with the cryptocurrency wallet). Alternatively, the user can scan or input an ID and the kiosk can automatically retrieve information about the cryptocurrency wallet associated with the ID. After providing the cryptocurrency wallet information, the user enters the amount of the cryptocurrency that the user wants to exchange for cash, and the kiosk displays the amount of cash corresponding to the amount of the cryptocurrency entered by the user based on the current exchange rate, which is obtained from a cryptocurrency exchange via an API call to the crypto server. Once the user confirms the exchange transaction via the user interface of the kiosk (e.g., by touching a “Get Cash” button), the kiosk processes the transaction by communicating with the cryptocurrency exchange via the APIs of the crypto server and dispenses the cash to the user via a cash outlet of the kiosk.
- In some embodiments, instead of receiving the cryptocurrency wallet information from the user, the kiosk can display, via the user interface, a cryptocurrency address (e.g., in the form a QR code) to which the user can send the cryptocurrency. The user can use a personal electronic device (e.g., a smartphone) to send the cryptocurrency to that address. The kiosk then waits for confirmation of the exchange transaction, and after receiving the confirmation, dispenses the cash to the user via the cash outlet.
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FIG. 1 is a partially schematic isometric view of a consumer-operated kiosk 100 (“kiosk 100”) for selling a cryptocurrency (e.g., bitcoin) in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology. In some embodiments, thekiosk 100 can be a consumer-operated coin counting kiosk that is located in retail outlets (e.g., grocery stores, drug stores, etc.) banks, and/or other publicly-accessible areas. In some embodiments, thekiosk 100 is approximately the same size as a conventional food or soft drink vending machine. - The
kiosk 100 includes ahousing 102, auser interface 104, and devices for receiving payment from users, such as abill acceptor 106, acoin acceptor 108, and a card reader 110 (collectively referred to as a “funds input region”). Theuser interface 104 can include a display screen or monitor for operationally interfacing with users via visual or audible signals, textual instructions, animations, dialogue boxes, touch screens, selector buttons, icons, prompts, or other features provided to users. In some embodiments, theuser interface 104 includes a touch screen that can provide visual or audio information to, and receive information from, users. In some embodiments, theuser interface 104 can include other input devices that can provide and receive user information, such as a keypad, an encrypted PIN pad, a voice command device, and other suitable user input devices known in the art. In some embodiments, thecoin acceptor 108 includes a hinged tray in which the user may pour their coins and then lift one side of the tray to cause the coins to flow into thekiosk 100. In some embodiments, other types of coin input devices and systems can be included with thekiosk 100. Thekiosk 100 can house a coin discriminator for discriminating and counting the coins input by the user to determine an associated value (e.g., a total value). Thekiosk 100 additionally houses a voucher/coupon printer for printing vouchers, coupons, receipts and other printed indicia associated with coin counting transactions that are dispensed to the user via adispensing slot 114. Thekiosk 100 also includes acoin return slot 116 that returns unaccepted coins to the user. In some embodiments, the user can supplement the coin value by providing additional funds to the kiosk. For example, the user can provide cash funds via thebill acceptor 106 and credit or debit value via thecard reader 110 that can read a magnetic stripe, optical indicia, and the like on a corresponding credit or debit card input by the user. - In addition to the foregoing features, the
kiosk 100 can further include acommunication facility 115 for communicating with various remote computing systems, including servers, databases, financial institutions, third party merchants, other consumer operated kiosks within the same network, and other remote computing systems to perform various notification and transaction functions. Thecommunication facility 115 can include a wired connection (e.g., an Ethernet port, cable modem, FireWire cable, Lightning connector, USB port, etc.) or a wireless connection (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, near-field communication (NFC), cellular radio utilizing 4G LTE technologies, etc.) suitable for communication with remote computing systems via acommunication link 204 or directly via a peer-to-peer network. Thekiosk 100 and its various components and systems can be at least generally similar in structure and function to the kiosks and corresponding kiosk components and systems described in the following U.S. patents and patent applications, each of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety: U.S. patent application Ser. Nos. 13/671,299, 13/728,905, 13/790,674, 14/312,393, 14/617,672, and 14/674,860; and U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,564,546, 5,620,079, 6,056,104, 5,842,916, 6,116,402, 6,349,972, 8,033,375, 7,653,599, 7,865,432, 7,014,108, 9,064,268, 8,874,467, 8,967,361 9,022,841, and 9,129,294. -
FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of asuitable computing environment 200 in which various embodiments of the present technology can be implemented. Theenvironment 200 includes multiple of the consumer-operated kiosks 100 (identified individually askiosks 100 a-100 n) that can be operably connected to one or more remote computing systems (e.g., a crypto server 202) via acommunication link 204. Thecommunication link 204 can include one or more wired or wireless networks such as, but not limited to, an intranet, the Internet, a Local Area Network (LAN), a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN), a Personal Area Network (PAN), a Campus Area Network (CAN), a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN), a Wide Area Network (WAN), a Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN), Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and LTE networks, and can use one or more messaging protocols, such as TCP/IP, SMS, MMS, extensible messaging and presence protocol (XMPP), real time messaging protocol (RTMP), instant messaging and presence protocol (IMPP), instant messaging, USSD, IRC, and any other wireless or wired data network or messaging protocols. Although thecommunication link 204 can include a publicly available network (e.g., the Internet), thekiosks 100 can also connect to and communicate with remote computing systems through a private communication link (e.g., an intranet). - The
crypto server 202 is operably connected to thekiosks 100 and one or more cryptocurrency exchanges 206 (identified individually as cryptocurrency exchanges 206 a-206 n) via thecommunication link 204 and provides APIs that enable thekiosks 100 to perform many of the functions associated with the routines described herein. For example, thecrypto server 202 provides APIs for thekiosks 100 to invoke and obtain the current price of a cryptocurrency from a cryptocurrency exchange 206 and to purchase the cryptocurrency at that price from the cryptocurrency exchange 206. A cryptocurrency exchange is a third-party online platform (e.g., Coinbase) that allows users to trade cryptocurrencies for other assets, such as conventional fiat currencies or other cryptocurrencies. A cryptocurrency exchange 206 includes a database 208 that can store web pages of the cryptocurrency exchange 206 and other content exchanged between personal electronic devices 210 (identified individually as personal electronic devices 210 a-210 n) of a user and the cryptocurrency exchange 206, user account information, cryptocurrency transaction information, etc. In some embodiments, thecrypto server 202 and the cryptocurrency exchange 206 can be operated by, or associated with, different entities. For example, in some embodiments thecrypto server 202 can be operated by, or associated with, an entity that operates the kiosks, while the cryptocurrency exchange 206 can be operated by, or associated with, a different entity that operates the cryptocurrency exchange. - In some embodiments, the
crypto server 202 facilitates an authentication (e.g., a two-factor authentication) of a cryptocurrency transaction. For example, in some embodiments, when a user purchases a cryptocurrency at one of thekiosks 100, the user receives two redemptive tokens: a first unique code (e.g., a redemption code) and a second unique code (e.g., a PIN). In some embodiments, for example, thekiosk 100 may print a receipt having the redemption code and the PIN. In other embodiments, the user receives the redemption code and the PIN in other suitable ways (e.g., via text message, email, the kiosk display, etc.). Both the redemption code and the PIN are associated with the transaction in one or more suitable databases, and both the redemption code and the PIN may be necessary for the user to obtain the purchased cryptocurrency from the cryptocurrency exchange 206. In some embodiments, both the redemption code and the PIN are computer generated (e.g., generated by one or more computing systems associated with thekiosks 100, thecrypto server 202, and/or the cryptocurrency exchange 206). In other embodiments, at least one of the redemption code or the PIN can be selected/generated by the user. In such embodiments, thekiosk 100 may prompt the user to input the desired user selected redemption code and/or PIN via theuser interface 104. Thekiosk 100 can then send the user selected redemption code and/or PIN to thecrypto server 202 and/or the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to associate the user selected redemption code and/or PIN with the transaction. In some embodiments, the redemption code is stored at a computer associated with the cryptocurrency exchange 206, and the PIN is stored at the crypto server 202 (or a computer associated with the crypto server 202) at least until the redemption process is complete (e.g., at least until the user obtains the purchased cryptocurrency from the cryptocurrency exchange 206 as described below). - During the redemption process, the user uses a personal electronic device 210 (e.g., a personal computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.) to connect to a website of the cryptocurrency exchange 206 and enter the redemption code and the PIN. The cryptocurrency exchange 206 uses the redemption code to verify the transaction. For example, in some embodiments the cryptocurrency exchange 206 can compare the received redemption code with the stored redemption codes. In some embodiments, the cryptocurrency exchange 206 may also compare other information about the requested transaction at the cryptocurrency exchange 206 (e.g., a user telephone number, the amount of the purchased cryptocurrency, etc.) with information associated with the stored redemption codes. If the received redemption code matches a stored redemption code (and/or if the other information matches the information associated with the stored redemption code), the transaction is verified with the cryptocurrency exchange 206. The cryptocurrency exchange also invokes an API of the
crypto server 202 to verify the PIN with thecrypto server 202. For example, the cryptocurrency exchange 206 can send the PIN to thecrypto server 202, and thecrypto server 202 can compare the received PIN with the stored PINs. In some embodiments, thecrypto server 202 may also compare other information about the requested transaction at the cryptocurrency exchange 206 (e.g., a user telephone number, the amount of funds received from the user, etc.) with information associated with the stored PINs. If the received PIN matches one of the stored PINs (and/or if the other information matches the information associated with the stored PIN), the transaction is verified with thecrypto server 202. In the foregoing example, a first entity (e.g., a cryptocurrency exchange operator) that operates the cryptocurrency exchange 206 can use the redemption code to verify the transaction, and a second entity (e.g., a kiosk operator) that operates thecrypto server 202 and/or thekiosks 100 can use the PIN to independently verify the transaction before the user is able to obtain the purchased cryptocurrency. - In some embodiments, two or more entities involved in the cryptocurrency transaction can each verify certain aspects of the transaction before they permit the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to add the purchased cryptocurrency to the user's cryptocurrency wallet. For example, a first entity (e.g., the cryptocurrency exchange operator) may use the redemption code to identify the specific transaction that the user is attempting to redeem, to identify the specific cryptocurrency that was purchased with the user's funds, to confirm that it previously purchased the cryptocurrency associated with the specific transaction, and/or to confirm some other aspect of the transaction. A second entity (e.g., the kiosk operator) may use the PIN to confirm that the
kiosk 100 received the funds associated with the specific transaction and/or some other aspect of the transaction. Any of these aspects may be verified as outlined above (e.g., by comparing the received code with the stored codes and/or by comparing information associated with stored codes to information about a requested transaction at the cryptocurrency exchange 206). Both the first entity and the second entity are therefore able to confirm various aspects of the specific transaction before allowing the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to disperse the purchased cryptocurrency to the user's cryptocurrency wallet. In some embodiments, if the first entity or the second entity is unable to confirm one or more aspects of the transaction (e.g., if confirmation of either the redemption code or the PIN fails), the cryptocurrency exchange 206 may deny the transaction or otherwise delay adding cryptocurrency to the user's wallet. This process may reduce the likelihood of fraudulent activity that could be costly to the cryptocurrency exchange, the kiosk operator, or both. - The computing systems on which the
kiosks 100, thecrypto server 202, the cryptocurrency exchanges 206, the personal electronic devices 210, and the other systems ofFIG. 2 may be implemented may include a central processing unit, input devices, output devices (e.g., display devices and speakers), storage devices (e.g., memory and disk drives), network interfaces, graphics processing units, cellular radio link interfaces, global positioning system devices, and so on. The input devices may include keyboards, pointing devices, touch screens, gesture recognition devices (e.g., for air gestures), head and eye tracking devices, microphones for voice recognition, and so on. The computing systems may include high-performance computing systems, cloud-based servers, desktop computers, laptops, tablets, e-readers, personal digital assistants, smartphones, gaming devices, servers, and so on. The computing systems may access computer-readable media that include computer-readable storage media and data transmission media. The computer-readable storage media are tangible storage means that do not include a transitory, propagating signal. Examples of computer-readable storage media include memory such as primary memory, cache memory, and secondary memory (e.g., DVD) and other storage. The computer-readable storage media may have recorded on them or may be encoded with computer-executable instructions or logic that implements thekiosks 100, thecrypto server 202, the cryptocurrency exchanges 206, the personal electronic devices 210, and the other systems ofFIG. 2 . The data transmission media are used for transmitting data via transitory, propagating signals or carrier waves (e.g., electromagnetism) via a wired or wireless connection. The computing systems may include a secure cryptoprocessor as part of a central processing unit for generating and securely storing keys and for encrypting and decrypting data using the keys. - The functions performed by the
kiosks 100, thecrypto server 202, the cryptocurrency exchanges 206, the personal electronic devices 210, and the other systems ofFIG. 2 may be described in the general context of computer-executable instructions, such as program modules and components, executed by one or more computers, processors, or other devices. Generally, program modules or components include routines, programs, objects, data structures, and so on that perform tasks or implement data types of thekiosks 100, thecrypto server 202, the cryptocurrency exchanges 206, the personal electronic devices 210, and the other systems ofFIG. 2 . Typically, the functionality of the program modules may be combined or distributed as desired in various examples. Aspects of thekiosks 100, thecrypto server 202, the cryptocurrency exchanges 206, the personal electronic devices 210, and the other systems ofFIG. 2 may be implemented in hardware using, for example, an application-specific integrated circuit (“ASIC”) or field programmable gate array (“FPGA”). - The various components and component arrangements depicted in
FIG. 2 are merely illustrative of some embodiments of the present technology. Aspects of the invention may be practiced in a variety of other computing environments. Some embodiments can include additional components. For example, those of ordinary skill in the art will understand that embodiments of theenvironment 200 can further include or be connectable to other entities, such as financial institutions for reconciling purchases (e.g., banks, credit/debit card providers, accounting clearing houses) and other associated computer systems, as necessary to implement electronic commerce and other aspects of the methods and systems described herein. In some embodiments, theenvironment 200 may lack one or more of the components shown inFIG. 2 . In some embodiments, the functions of thecrypto server 202 may be divided among multiple other servers or resources. For example, in some embodiments, all or a portion of the functions performed by thecrypto server 202 can be performed by thekiosks 100 themselves. Although thekiosks 100 and the cryptocurrency exchanges 206 are described as being operated by separate entities, in some embodiments, these entities may be a single entity. For example, all or a portion of the functions performed by the cryptocurrency exchanges 206 can be performed or controlled by the kiosk operator (e.g., Coinstar). -
FIG. 3 is a flow diagram of a routine 300 for selling a cryptocurrency via a consumer-operated kiosk (e.g., the kiosk 100) in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology. The routine can be executed by a processing device in accordance with computer-executable instructions stored on a computer-readable medium. For example, the routine can be executed by application software running on thekiosk 100 and/or other processing devices. Those skilled in the relevant art will appreciate that aspects of the routine can be practiced with other communications, data processing, or computing system configurations. Inblock 302, the routine begins by displaying options to purchase one or more cryptocurrencies via theuser interface 104 of thekiosk 100. Inblock 304, the routine receives from a user a selection of a cryptocurrency via theuser interface 104 of thekiosk 100. In response to receiving the user selection, inblock 305, the routine may optionally request that the user input a user telephone number via theuser interface 104 of thekiosk 100 and then receive the user telephone number. Also in response to receiving the user selection (and/or in response to requesting and receiving the user telephone number), inblock 306, the routine obtains the current exchange rate for the selected cryptocurrency from a cryptocurrency exchange 206. A cryptocurrency exchange 206 is an online platform (e.g., Coinbase) that allows customers to trade cryptocurrencies (e.g., bitcoin) for other assets, such as conventional fiat currencies or other cryptocurrencies. Thekiosk 100 communicates with thecrypto server 202 to obtain the exchange rate by invoking an API of thecrypto server 202. Thecrypto server 202 in turn communicates with the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to obtain the exchange rate. In some embodiments, communications between thekiosk 100 and thecrypto server 202 and between thecrypto server 202 and the cryptocurrency exchange 206 can be sent using Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS). Inblock 308, the routine displays the exchange rate to the user (e.g., via theuser interface 104 of the kiosk 100). Inblock 310, the routine also displays transaction terms to the user via theuser interface 104 of thekiosk 100. For example, the transaction terms may include policies regarding eligibility, privacy, fees, ownership, acknowledgement of risk, cancellations, etc. - In
block 312, the routine receives payment (e.g., cash) from the user (e.g., via thebill acceptor 106 of the kiosk 100). When the payment is received, thekiosk 100 displays the amount of the selected cryptocurrency corresponding to the value of the received payment. Once the user confirms the purchase, inblock 314, the routine purchases the cryptocurrency from the cryptocurrency exchange 206 in an amount based on the value of the received payment and the exchange rate by invoking an API of thecrypto server 202. In some embodiments, two tokens (a redemption code and a PIN) are generated and associated with the transaction at the time of purchase, which can be used to redeem the cryptocurrency. The cryptocurrency exchange 206 uses the redemption code to verify the transaction and invokes an API of thecrypto server 202 to verify the PIN with thecrypto server 202. As described above with respect toFIG. 2 , in embodiments in which the cryptocurrency exchange 206 is operated by a first entity and thecrypto server 202 is operated by a second entity, the redemption code enables the first entity to verify the transaction and the PIN enables the second entity to independently verify the transaction. Inblock 316, the routine provides to the user, via thedispensing slot 114 of thekiosk 100, a receipt that includes the redemption code and PIN. Inblock 318, the routine can optionally provide instructions directing the user how to redeem the purchased cryptocurrency at the cryptocurrency exchange 206 (e.g., instructions for accessing a website associated with the cryptocurrency exchange 206). The instructions may be included on the receipt provided inblock 316, displayed on theuser interface 104 of thekiosk 100, or otherwise provided to the user. Then the routine completes. -
FIG. 4 is a sequence diagram illustrating a process of selling a cryptocurrency via a consumer-operated kiosk in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology. The user selects 402 a cryptocurrency to purchase via theuser interface 104 of thekiosk 100. In response to receiving the user selection, thekiosk 100 logs 404 a kiosk event to thecrypto server 202 to indicate the start of a crypto transaction. Thekiosk 100 then sends 406 a request to thecrypto server 202 to get a real-time exchange rate quote from the cryptocurrency exchange 206. In response to receiving the request, thecrypto server 202 communicates with the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to obtain 408 an exchange rate quote. The user then inserts 410 bills via thebill acceptor 106 of thekiosk 100. When the user confirms 412 the purchase, thekiosk 100 sends 414 a purchase request to thecrypto server 202. In response to receiving the purchase request, thecrypto server 202purchases 416 the cryptocurrency from the cryptocurrency exchange 206. -
FIG. 5 is a flow diagram of a routine 500 for redeeming a cryptocurrency in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology. In some embodiments, the routine can be executed by a computing system of one of the cryptocurrency exchanges 206 in accordance with computer-readable instructions stored on the memory. Inblock 502, the routine begins when the routine receives login information (e.g., an ID and a password) from the user. The routine can receive the login information when the user goes to a website of the cryptocurrency exchange 206 and enters the login information using a personal electronic device (e.g., a personal computer, smartphone, etc.). The user can create an account or log in to an existing account. Inblock 504, the routine verifies the login information received from the user. Indecision block 506, if the verification is successful, the routine proceeds to block 508, otherwise the routine completes with an error. In some embodiments, the user may be prompted to input a user telephone number in addition to, or in lieu of, the login information. For example, in embodiments in which thekiosk 100 required the user to input the user telephone number before the user purchased the cryptocurrency at thekiosk 100, the cryptocurrency exchange 206 may also require the user input the user telephone number at the cryptocurrency exchange 206 to proceed with redeeming the user's transaction. In such embodiments, the user telephone number may be associated with the transaction (e.g., associated with the redemption code and/or PIN) and provide an additional layer of security. - In
block 508, the routine receives a redemption code and PIN from the user. These are the two tokens that were issued to the user when the user purchased the cryptocurrency. Inblock 510, the cryptocurrency exchange 206 uses the redemption code to verify the transaction associated with the redemption code. In addition to the verification purpose, the cryptocurrency exchange 206 uses the redemption code to track when the cryptocurrency is accessed and added into a cryptocurrency wallet. The cryptocurrency exchange 206 also communicates with thecrypto server 202 to verify the PIN by invoking an API of thecrypto server 202. Indecision block 512, if the verification of the redemption code and PIN is successful, the routine proceeds to block 514, otherwise the routine completes with an error. Inblock 514, the routine adds the cryptocurrency to a cryptocurrency wallet of the user and then completes. -
FIG. 6 is a sequence diagram illustrating a process for verifying a redemption code and PIN for a cryptocurrency purchase transaction in accordance with some embodiments of the present technology. The user goes to the cryptocurrency exchange website and enters 602 the user's login information to access the user's account. In response to receiving the login information, the cryptocurrency exchange 206 verifies 604 the login information. Then the user enters 606 the redemption code and PIN. In response to receiving the redemption code and PIN, the cryptocurrency exchange 206 verifies 608 the code and its associated transaction. In addition, the cryptocurrency exchange 206 verifies 610 the PIN with thecrypto server 202 by invoking an API of thecrypto server 202. - From the foregoing, it will be appreciated that specific embodiments of the disclosure have been described herein for purposes of illustration, but that various modifications may be made without deviating from the spirit and scope of the invention. Aspects of the invention described in the context of particular embodiments may be combined or eliminated in other embodiments. Further, while advantages associated with certain embodiments of the invention have been described in the context of those embodiments, other embodiments may also exhibit such advantages, and no embodiment need necessarily exhibit such advantages to fall within the scope of the invention. Accordingly, the invention is not limited, except as by the appended claims.
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