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Bitcoin Thought Leadership

1. Which emerging or long-standing Bitcoin topics (e.g., Runes, ordinals, layer 2 solutions, sidechains) do you find most intriguing, and why?

• What challenges do you think these technologies might face in gaining widespread adoption?
• How do you envision these technologies evolving in the next 5 years?
• What specific use cases do you see for these technologies outside of finance?
• How does the broader Bitcoin community view these emerging topics?
• Are there any misconceptions you believe people have about these topics?

2. What is your forward-thinking perspective on the current and future state of the Bitcoin ecosystem?

• How do you think Bitcoin’s ecosystem compares to other cryptocurrencies?
• What role do you see Bitcoin playing in future global economic systems?
• What potential threats or challenges do you think Bitcoin might face as it evolves?
• How do you think Bitcoin’s environmental impact will change over time?
• What opportunities for innovation within the Bitcoin ecosystem excite you the most?

3. How do you believe Bitcoin is transforming or could further transform traditional finance systems?

• What are the key obstacles preventing Bitcoin from fully integrating into traditional financial systems?
• How do you see central banks and governments responding to Bitcoin’s growing role in finance?
• Are there specific industries or sectors that Bitcoin will transform more rapidly than others?
• How do you see the role of decentralized finance (DeFi) interacting with Bitcoin’s transformation of traditional finance?
• What are the main advantages Bitcoin offers over current financial infrastructure?

4. How have Satoshi Nakamoto’s writings influenced your thoughts on Bitcoin, and what personal meaning do they hold for you?

• Which specific writings or quotes from Satoshi stand out to you, and why?
• Do you think Satoshi’s original vision is still being upheld today?
• How do you interpret Satoshi’s views on decentralization and privacy in the context of modern Bitcoin development?
• Has your perspective on Bitcoin evolved after reading Satoshi’s writings, and if so, how?
• How do you think future generations will view Satoshi's contributions to the digital currency?

5. What is your analysis of Bitcoin's price trends, and how do you see it impacting inflation or broader economic factors?

• How do you think Bitcoin performs as a hedge against inflation compared to gold or other assets?
• What external factors (e.g., global economic trends, regulations) do you think most impact Bitcoin's price?
• How do you view the correlation between Bitcoin’s price and mainstream adoption rates?
• In your opinion, is Bitcoin more of a store of value or a speculative asset, and why?
• What long-term factors do you believe will contribute to Bitcoin’s price stability?

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