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> The technology derived from this "arms race" can benefit far more than this field. Sure, I guess... > Why wasn't the moonlanding a "waste" of money, talent
by fatjokes 13y ago
> The technology derived from this "arms race" can benefit far more than this field.
Sure, I guess...
> Why wasn't the moonlanding a "waste" of money, talent and science?
The moonlanding was a major advance for mankind, independent of all the long-term benefits that have since arisen. You're comparing that to bitcoins?
- CodeCube 13y agoThat comment is pretty relevant, actually ... I (unfortunately) know actual human beings who feel that the moon landing, along with all current mars missions, were and will continue to be a waste of time and money. I'm completely baffled by it, but the fact remains that there are people that consider it no more valuable than bitcoins themselves.
- mrb 13y agoYou seem to not understand the potential benefits of widely adopted censorship-resistant (decentralized) currency. Try living in Argentina where the government is inflating your currency, while prohibiting you from moving your assets to USD. Try living in China where the government will seize your bank account if you are a business deemed too successful and if they deem they need a share of your profits. Etc.