I think they have value for collectors and for playing poker with friends. I think that at this moment, bitcoins have potential for eCommerce but not much pene

I think they have value for collectors and for playing poker with friends. I think that at this moment, bitcoins have potential for eCommerce but not much penetration on real shops and retailers. I don't see people going Scrooge McDuck crazy and piling these coins in huge vaults but still, the inception of physical coins and bills make bitcoin more flexible. For example, they can be traded when there is no connection available. Maybe in the future you will be climbing the Himalayas and a little monk will be there selling hot tea and enlightenment but he only accepts bitcoins since Buddhists are keen on the "money is an illusion" thing. Unfortunately, your AT&T iPhone 18S will have no coverage and you will be thankful for your bitcoin coins... (and, yes, this is a joke).