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Comment by gwbas1c

The problem is that bitcoin (and similar) are so computationally intense to run, that the transaction cost is much higher than Visa's.

Furthermore, a currency needs a government (or similar kind of body) to manage its stability, by printing (and buying) money. Otherwise, we'll see wide fluctuations in value like what happens with Bitcoin.

parent gwbas1c 1 month ago

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