NCR Corporation (20240289754). CRYPTO MANAGEMENT simplified abstract

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CRYPTO MANAGEMENT

Organization Name

NCR Corporation

Inventor(s)

Kip Oliver Morgan of Atlanta GA (US)

Gina Torcivia Bennett of Lawrenceville GA (US)

Wuchieh James Jong of Raleigh NC (US)

Kelli Lee of Atlanta GA (US)

Jerry Steven Massey of Lawrenceville GA (US)

CRYPTO MANAGEMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240289754 titled 'CRYPTO MANAGEMENT

Simplified Explanation

A consumer can link a cryptocurrency wallet to their loyalty account, setting a default fiat currency amount to add to transaction totals. When making a purchase, the consumer confirms the fiat currency amount, which rounds up the transaction total. A background workflow then automatically purchases and transfers an equivalent amount of cryptocurrency into the consumer's wallet.

  • The consumer links a cryptocurrency wallet to their loyalty account.
  • Sets a default fiat currency amount to add to transaction totals.
  • Confirms the fiat currency amount during a transaction.
  • Transaction total is rounded up by the confirmed amount.
  • Background workflow purchases and transfers equivalent cryptocurrency into the consumer's wallet.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in various retail settings where consumers can use cryptocurrency for transactions while also earning loyalty rewards.

Problems Solved

This technology streamlines the process of using cryptocurrency for transactions by automatically converting fiat currency amounts to cryptocurrency in real-time.

Benefits

- Simplifies the use of cryptocurrency for everyday transactions. - Encourages the adoption of cryptocurrency by integrating it with loyalty programs. - Provides a seamless way for consumers to manage their cryptocurrency transactions.

Commercial Applications

Title: Cryptocurrency Integration in Retail Transactions This technology could be utilized by retail businesses looking to offer customers the option to use cryptocurrency for transactions while also earning loyalty rewards. It could attract tech-savvy consumers and differentiate the business from competitors.

Prior Art

Further research can be conducted in the field of cryptocurrency integration with loyalty programs and retail transactions to identify any prior art related to this technology.

Frequently Updated Research

Stay updated on the latest developments in cryptocurrency integration with loyalty programs and retail transactions to understand the evolving landscape of this technology.

Questions about Cryptocurrency Integration in Retail Transactions

How does this technology benefit both consumers and businesses?

This technology benefits consumers by providing a convenient way to use cryptocurrency for transactions and earn loyalty rewards. Businesses benefit by attracting tech-savvy customers and differentiating themselves in the market.

What are the potential challenges of implementing this technology in retail settings?

Implementing this technology in retail settings may require infrastructure upgrades and staff training to ensure smooth integration with existing systems.


Original Abstract Submitted

a consumer links a cryptocurrency wallet to their loyalty account and creates a profile that includes a default fiat currency amount to add to transaction totals during transactions at a terminals. during a transaction, the wallet and profile are obtained using the loyalty account of a registered consumer. when the consumer selects an option to pay for their transaction, an overlaid screen is presented to the consumer on the display of the terminal requesting that the consumer confirm the fiat currency amount. when the consumer confirms, the transaction total for the transaction is rounded up by the fiat currency amount. a background workflow is automatically initiated after payment is confirmed on behalf of the user. the workflow uses the fiat currency amount to purchase and transfer an equivalent amount of cryptocurrency into the consumer's wallet over the blockchain.