Yes, but, to be clear and make sure I get it.
The KYC Bitcoin in self custody is also real.
It's just that they know you have it.
They can attempt to confiscate it or tax it, but you still can claim you lost the keys or move to a different country, right?
Well of course unless they close the borders.
On the other hand, the non KYC-ed, if you bought it on Bisq using bank transfer, they might still trace it, because the seller will be likely known or suspicious for receiving a lot of small bank transfers from different people.
So is it that the only true non-KYC method is cash with trusted people? Or Bitcoin ATM? But then, convenience is out and costs are high and... In a dystopian scenario they will make it illegal to use this non-KYC Bitcoin anyway.
Of course, it will be hard for them to enforce but still.
Not good.
I'm worried.
If it gets really bad, it will be bad.
Bitcoin is probably the best thing we have, to protect wealth from inflation and theft, but it is far from a magically resistant digital gold that can withstand anything. If they make it illegal, it will be dangerous to use.
But even if it gets bad, I guess it will be better to have some Bitcoin than not having it.
Anyway. I'm probably unnecessarily worried.
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2023-12-02 08:42:21
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