I think that AML[1] laws were just an example. The point is that the validators have the power to block transactions. This could be due a government request, or

I think that AML[1] laws were just an example. The point is that the validators have the power to block transactions. This could be due a government request, or because you posted something that Facebook (or one of the other affiliated companies) doesn't like. The actual reason is immaterial; the important thing is that currency is worthless without the ability to spend it. [1] anti-money-laundering