Earlier this year, D Las Vegas became first casino to accept bitcoins. Now, the operator has reached another milestone by becoming the first casino to install a bitcoin ATM machine. Robocoin, the first-ever Bitcoin ATM, made its debut to the public in October 2013. Shortly after catching wind of the innovation, D Casino CEO Derek Stevens decided that he wanted to offer the technology to his customers.

After months of working together with Robocoin CEO Jordan Kelly, Mr Stevens is pleased to announce that D Casino patrons can now withdraw and deposit bitcoins into their online wallets. “We’re proud to be the first casino property to accept Bitcoin and we’re excited to offer our customers the convenience of a Bitcoin ATM,” says Mr Stevens.

“The D and Robocoin are both located in the growing high-tech hub of downtown Las Vegas which made this a natural fit.” The new Bitcoin ATM will allow players to withdraw and deposit bitcoins. It will also provide them with the ability to trade bitcoins for cash. Players can use their bitcoins at a wide range of facilities on the property, including the gift shop, restaurants and the hotel.

The Nevada Gaming Control Board has prohibited bitcoins from being used to play casino games. “We couldn’t be happier to install Robocoin in our hometown and the D is a perfect fit,” says Mr Kelly. “Robocoin has emerged as Bitcoin’s leader in Anti-Money Laundering / Know Your Customer compliance”. This is certainly a ground-breaking venture for the casino industry and the commercial market at large.

The D Casino’s willingness to get involved in the bitcoin market makes the currency more mainstream, and it could inspire other casino operators and retailers to get in on the ground floor.

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