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Re:Bitcoin value tumbles almost 50% since record November by delabay on Monday January 24, 2022 @12:34PM (#30060927)
In aforementioned countries the established financial system becomes a tool of theft by the government. Just listen to news reports or podcasts from normal folks who have to survive under these conditions. Thought you had a dollar denominated savings account? It's Liras now. Want to withdraw your money? Limited to $40US a day.

Crypto is one compelling alternative. Note, I lump a reputable USD stablecoin in here too. It's all software after all.

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Re:Bitcoin value tumbles almost 50% since record November by specialist on Monday January 24, 2022 @01:15PM (#30061545)
> ...a tool of theft by the government.

How is theft by grifters (whatever we're calling crypto-bros) better?

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