# Cryptocurrency-Exclusive Biohacking Cafes Parallel Polis Offers a Variety of Biohacking Products By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-06-08 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parallel-polis References: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/paralelnapolis_bratislava/) & [paralelnapolis.sk](https://paralelnapolis.sk/?utm_source=tripadvisor&utm_medium=referral) Parallel Polis is a unique, volunteer-run cafe in Slovakia that focuses on exploring the possibilities of using cryptocurrencies, as well as other technologies, in everyday life. As a future-facing business, this unique cafe offers more than traditional coffee and pastries—it sells a variety of [biohacking products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biohacking-eyewear) that may be hard to come. Items include tibicos, [turmeric laté](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-latte), [adaptogenic mushrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mushroom-supplement-drink) such as Chaga, Reishi, Cordyceps, and 'Bulletproof' coffee and snacks, to name a few. For those wishing to visit Parallel Polis during the COVID-19 pandemic, the futuristic business offers a virtual tour of the restaurant on its website. Consumers can view the large co-working space offered, the Dark Room area, the 'Moon' table, as well as other collaborative areas. Image Credit: Parallel Polis ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cryptocurrency-exclusive Cafes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating cafes that exclusively accept cryptocurrencies, providing a unique experience for cryptocurrency enthusiasts. - **Biohacking Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing and selling biohacking products such as tibicos, adaptogenic mushrooms, and bulletproof coffee to cater to the growing interest in enhancing human performance. - **Virtual Tours for Retail Spaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offering virtual tours of retail spaces to allow consumers to explore and experience the environment remotely, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Cryptocurrency:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancing cryptocurrency technology and infrastructure to enable seamless and widespread acceptance in various industries. - **Biohacking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Pushing advancements in biohacking research, products, and services to meet the growing demands of health-conscious individuals. - **Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating technology and unique experiences in the hospitality industry, such as cryptocurrency-exclusive cafes and virtual tours. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Red Light Therapy Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/48-collagen-cafe.md) - [Supercharged Canned Cold Brews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unconform.md) - [NFT-Funded Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-bros.md) - [Ultra-Effective Biohacking Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biohacking-supplements.md) - [Mineral-Infused Farm-Direct Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farmdirect-coffee.md) - [Nootropic Coffee Alternative Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braincare-smart-focus.md) - [Modernized Coffee Rebrands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modernized-coffees.md) - [Plant-Based Wellness Digital Storefronts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-storefronts.md) - [Functional Coffee-Based Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-latte.md)