Bitcoin is the new digital currency that designed for use on the Internet. It is truly international and works without the need for a trusted intermediary (a bank or other institution).

What this means for businesses is that they do not have to worry about chargebacks, bank fees, or the other financial friction that comes from using them. Even more, as Wikileaks found out when a vengeful government tried to shut them down by forcing credit card companies to deny them service, Bitcoin kept them alive.

In fact, Bitcoin may not be saving merchants that much, yet. But there are many businesses all around the world who believe in what this revolutionary currency will bring and promote it by offering savings to you.

Here are a few good ways to get started with Bitcoin and some of the best ways to save. Scroll down and you will find individual listing of businesses who offer discounts when you pay in Bitcoin.

Please visit these sites, and if you like what you see, buy something in Bitcoin. You will be helping to change the world for the better. 

And if you have a business that offers a discount for Bitcoin, please submit it here.