When Bitcoin operators deploy terminals in third-party locations like convenience stores and gas stations, that creates significant vulnerability. Standard connectivity may show that your machine is online, but you’re in the dark about the environment itself.
Blind spots like this are dangerous, especially for high-value targets like ATMs and BTMs.
Consider the reality of BTM jackpotting. Criminals generally cut power to the machine before trying to pry it open or haul it away. If your standard router loses power, you might suspect a localized network outage—only to find an empty space where your machine should be.
Then there’s the environment. Maybe your machine is in a poorly ventilated area or a store employee accidentally unplugs the BTM. What now?
This is where awareness comes into play. The OptConnect neo2 aware 4G LTE router is designed with Aware Intelligence™ to be your eyes and ears on the ground. Its built-in battery stays online in time to issue a power alert, while environmental sensors offer real-time visibility into the physical status of your machine.
Moreover, with DPL as a part of the greater OptConnect family, both the router and BTM are protected.
Bottom line: OptConnect and DPL don’t just give you a secure connection; they help you avoid financial loss by stopping hackers in their tracks.
