subscrypto

Definition

A payment model where small automatic micro-transactions replace traditional subscription paywalls, allowing frictionless digital purchases via cryptocurrency or similar systems.

Example Usage

The new platform uses a subscrypto system so you can pay tiny amounts per article without entering payment info each time.

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