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It’s amazing how countries are wholeheartedly adopting this thing as an official currency that we have no idea who invented and for what purpose. I mean sure, t
by booleandilemma 5y ago
It’s amazing how countries are wholeheartedly adopting this thing as an official currency that we have no idea who invented and for what purpose. I mean sure, there’s a white paper that says why it was invented, but why should anyone believe it?
If it does turn out to be malicious it’s going to make for one hell of a cautionary tale.
- doomroot 5y agoMalicious in what way? Do you mean the software? The software has been developed in the public for 10+ years.
- amusedcyclist 5y agoThe software isn't malicious but the decision to use it could be driven by malicious intent . Wonder what the presidents investment portfolio looks like
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- jp42 5y agoActually it's far more transparent and verifiable by anyone than you would think. I highly encourage you to read more about it. I have no doubt the more understand the more you appreciate it.
- cwkoss 5y agoIs there any fiat currency with better transparency properties than Bitcoin? I don't think so... certainly not to non-banker members of the public.
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- TheBlight 5y agoYou don't have to "believe" anything. The "why" doesn't matter. The code is completely open and auditable.
- dontstealmybtc 5y ago> The Times 03/Jan/2009 Chancellor on brink of second bailout for banks https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Genesis_block https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Genesis_block