Can Bitcoin Really Be the Future of Money?

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#1Jan 3, 2019, 06:38 AM
Invest what you can lose? Nah, that’s just a myth. Bitcoin is a hedge against fiat, which is just controlled money. DCA in and hold. You’ll eventually see that Bitcoin can withstand inflation, unlike fiat.
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diamondhandsHero Member
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#2Jan 4, 2019, 03:33 AM
Saving in fiat isn’t a scam, though. It's all personal choice. If you’re saving short-term for something like a car, sure, go fiat. Long-term? Definitely Bitcoin, it’s got growth on its side.
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topblastNewbie
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#3Jan 4, 2019, 05:19 AM
But that thread's about how to hold BTC, not how to buy it. Why’d you even create this? There’s nothing new to learn here.
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shard777Full Member
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#4Jan 4, 2019, 10:46 AM
You might sell when you're at a loss, so you gotta have a plan. It’s not always just Bitcoin; some folks get wrecked by altcoins too. If you're smart, you can ace BTC investing with DCA.
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MadChainFull Member
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#5Jan 4, 2019, 03:19 PM
Fiat isn’t the way to save, man. It’s losing value all the time. If fiat was the answer, rich folks wouldn’t bother with anything else. Bitcoin is way better for preserving wealth, kinda like digital gold.
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tom2015Legendary
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#6Jan 4, 2019, 05:48 PM
Yeah, BTC is a solid hedge, but remember the volatility. Investors need to manage their risks. Saying only invest what you can lose is tricky; if you only risk a little, you might miss out.
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b3ar69Full Member
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#7Jan 5, 2019, 09:18 PM
Every investment has risks. Stop saying you’ll always profit; it doesn't work like that. Learn about Bitcoin first before you dive in, or you’ll just end up losing.
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greg1337Member
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#8Jan 6, 2019, 03:04 AM
Bitcoin being the future isn’t just tech. It’s about changing how we think about value. Fiat loses value due to policies and inflation. With Bitcoin, there are only 21 million, making it precious.
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planktonHero Member
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#9Jan 7, 2019, 07:40 PM
A lot of us see fiat as a way for governments to shrink our purchasing power. Prices keep rising, and even with wage hikes, it’s hard to get by. Bitcoin looks like a way out.
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#10Jan 7, 2019, 11:07 PM
Did you even check the user who started this? It’s about how to profit from holding BTC. But those links you shared aren’t relevant here.
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atlas_yieldSenior Member
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#11Jan 8, 2019, 12:29 AM
Good point. Knowledge is everything, whether it’s stocks or crypto. Understanding the market helps reduce risks, and diversifying is smart.
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AtomicBlockFull Member
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#12Jan 8, 2019, 01:00 AM
That invest-what-you-can-afford-to-lose advice is just saying use your extra cash, not your essentials. But some folks think their extra cash is too risky.
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tom_satMember
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#13Jan 9, 2019, 02:31 PM
Governments don’t scam; they just keep you controlled. Bitcoin can separate you from that. With BTC, it’s your keys and your freedom.
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SwiftForkMember
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#14Jan 10, 2019, 02:48 PM
You’re mixing up terms. Discretionary income is not the same as money you can lose. People often talk about what they can lose in terms of gambling.
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m1kes4tFull Member
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#15Jan 10, 2019, 07:40 PM
If you can invest, don’t ditch traditional banking. Diversify some in BTC, some in traditional stuff. Money's better when it’s moving.
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#16Jan 10, 2019, 11:03 PM
Stop selling dreams to newbies! Bitcoin has potential, but we can’t guarantee 10x or anything. Use ‘potentially’ instead of ‘will’.
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th3_h4wkNewbie
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#17Jan 11, 2019, 01:21 AM
I see your point about long-term holding. But the ‘only invest what you can lose’ idea is real. It reminds investors to keep their finances in check.
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#18Jan 12, 2019, 04:27 AM
I like your take. Investing in Bitcoin is serious, not just a casual thing. It needs commitment and a solid plan. Volatility is a real factor.
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1m_w1zardHero Member
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#19Jan 12, 2019, 04:38 AM
The current price is wild! If it goes x12, we’re talking a million. I think we might need 20 years for that.
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probablynothingFull Member
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#20Jan 12, 2019, 06:50 AM
Anything can happen with BTC, but calling the ‘only invest what you can lose’ rule a lie is just silly. BTC isn’t magic; it’s still speculative.
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