Well you don't have to go through an exchange to get bitcoin. And you can use the coins for anything, including tipping. This contrasts with "buying in" to a ti

Well you don't have to go through an exchange to get bitcoin. And you can use the coins for anything, including tipping. This contrasts with "buying in" to a tipping service and locking up some of your money. Also, there a plenty of governments that have placed Bitcoin squarely within the regulatory framework already.