China’s Beijing Sci-Tech Report (BSTR) will now accept payment in BTC (Bitcoin core) for its 2019 subscriptions. Otherwise popular as ‘Technology Life’, it is one of the oldest tech media publication in China. The magazine covers news on new technologies and their applications in our day-to-day life.

By paying 0.01 BTC (about 450 yuan or $65 USD) now one can subscribe to magazine’s upcoming 2019 sessions. This idea of implementing Bitcoin Core originated from company’s desire to practically use Blockchain Technology in the real world scenario. This will encourage people to become aware of the Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrencies.

Also, the management thinks it will result in harvesting new readers by attracting a larger pool of Bitcoin users. They are also going to initiate refund schemes that will enable readers to avail cash backs. And, this feature will be available only for Bitcoin Core subscribers.

The media organisation prints editorials and publishes approved contents from Popular Science, a highly recognised US journal. The content normally revolves around new technologies and its possible impacts on society.

Prior to this, many magazines and publishers have tried to lure readers by faking about accepting payment in terms of cryptocurrencies. However, the brand name of BSTR is enough to buy the trust.