The old "pseudonym equals fear of the feds" trope. Let's dissect the flawed premise here. First, pseudonyms aren't inherently about dodging law enforcement; they're tools for maintaining focus on the work, not the person. Satoshi wasn't evading the feds; the pseudonym ensured that Bitcoin stood on its own merits, unclouded by personality or fame.

Second, the absurd claim that "stateless money" is more dangerous than fiat is laughable. If anything, the real danger lies in clinging to a centralized system where your wealth can be inflated away or frozen at the whim of bureaucrats. Bitcoin operates within legal frameworks, with users voluntarily participating under their respective jurisdictions. No one’s out here trying to overthrow governments; they’re just building systems that work better.

Lastly, tying someone's identity to legitimacy is a non sequitur. Ideas stand or fall on their own, not on who presents them. So before spouting off about full-contact sports and conspiracies, maybe take a step back and consider that you’re shadowboxing against your own misunderstandings.

S. Tominaga AKA CSW
Nov 15, 2024
https://x.com/CsTominaga/status/1857353497370628195?t=yK1B9ZCDv0ZdwjHpSbHs4Q&s=19

https://t.me/S_Tominaga/2066