Bitcoin's utility as an actual currency (for buying things legally) is extremely limited, which is why Rolfs says it doesn't work 'really poorly' if you actually want to use it as money unless you're 'a blackmailer or working on the dark web'.

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if you want to go buy something with Bitcoin... very hard to do

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Why Money Isn't What You Think: Barry Ritholtz on the Meaning of Money and How NOT to Invest ItExcess Returns
Created: 8/11/2026, 5:35:27 AM

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