We won’t waste too much time waxing poetic with an introductory paragraph to something you’re likely already familiar with: cryptocurrency.

But if you’ve been wondering why, exactly, you’ve seen specific cryptocurrencies in the news again — or why our team has a particular interest in the topic — allow us to shed some light on the digital dynamics of the situation:

Cracking the Code on Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency —  or “a form of digital tokens or ‘coins’ that exist on a distributed and decentralized ledger called a blockchain,” Investopedia explains — was officially launched in 2009 with the establishment of Bitcoin, the most commonly held form of cryptocurrency out there today.

But what, exactly, can one use cryptocurrency for?

“You can use crypto to buy regular goods and services, although most people invest in cryptocurrencies as they would in other assets, like stocks or precious metals,” according to Forbes.

What’s more, cryptocurrency is not only used for individual purposes; rather, larger companies, too, now have their hands in the pot.

Musk, McDonald’s, and Marketing

Elon Musk’s name has become solidly ingrained in the world of cryptocurrency, given his influence over the ebb and flow of the meme-inspired currency known as “Dogecoin.” And now, he’s brought it back to the forefront of everyone’s mind by roping in America’s largest fast-food chain.

“I will eat a happy meal on tv if @McDonalds accepts Dogecoin,” Elon Musk, the owner of Tesla, tweeted Jan. 25.

“only if @tesla accepts grimacecoin,” the McDonald’s brand Twitter account tweeted back that same day. Attached to the tweet was the image of a purple coin displaying one of the previous McDonald’s mascots, Grimace, who was used for marketing purposes for several decades.

“Earlier this month, Tesla began accepting dogecoin for some of its merch,” according to Business Insider. “Musk’s tweet about McDonald’s on Tuesday sent dogecoin up nearly 8% to about $0.1445 at one point.”

Getting Our Head in the Game

Here at Luce Air Quality, we believe early action is the key to success! That’s why we have a new proposition for both McDonald’s and Tesla: our team will test your facilities for free if you accept LuceCoin as payment for happy meals and cars!

After all, you can never be too diligent in fostering a healthy environment for your employees and customers alike. So, why miss out?

But don’t worry — you don’t have to have a large-scale business to work with us. For those individuals simply looking to invest in their residential or commercial properties with our expert assessments and investigations, we’re here for you, too!

To learn more, contact our team today by calling 904-803-1014. As your local indoor environmental experts, we look forward to dispelling cryptic concerns and questions and helping you breathe a sigh of relief!