Techlore Surveillance Report Q&A: Where Do We Buy Monero Now?
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May 22, 2024 This podcast covers where to buy Monero after LocalMonero closure, thoughts on Nebula as a YouTube alternative, and recommendations for Linux & Windows backup software.
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Monero's Strong On‑Chain Privacy Lowers KYC Risk
- Monero's on-chain privacy reduces the long-term value of avoiding KYC at purchase.
- Many experts say once spent, Monero's anonymity largely severs on‑chain links to your identity.
Practical Route To Acquire Monero
- Buy Bitcoin with KYC if needed and swap to Monero; it's the easiest practical route now.
- Use wallets like Cake Wallet or services on Monero.com to convert without lengthy peer-to-peer searches.
Swap BTC To Monero Via Privacy Wallets
- Swap BTC to Monero using a privacy-focused wallet like Cake Wallet when direct Monero purchases are hard.
- Consider decentralized P2P exchanges (Haveno, Bisq) but expect technical friction.