> Perhaps, but to the extent that the value of bitcoin is supported by people buying it based on (a) the perception that they can use it in can't-get-caught cri

> Perhaps, but to the extent that the value of bitcoin is supported by people buying it based on (a) the perception that they can use it in can't-get-caught criminal schemes, or (b) the perception that other people will buy it for that reason, then events like this (and them being reported widely in the media) are bad for bitcoin (value). I would rather such people left the Bitcoin community. IMHO that would increase the value of bitcoin, even if it means a dip in the price.