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0 sats \ 0 replies \ @82f2a4e16e 22 Jun freebie \ on: Who Are the Companies Hoarding Bitcoin? (Financial Times, Philip Stafford) econ
The trend of non-crypto companies buying bitcoin reflects a deep transformation in how value is perceived. It’s no longer just a digital currency or a financial experiment: bitcoin is positioning itself as a strategic asset, almost like a new form of digital gold. When traditional companies accumulate BTC, they’re clearly signaling a lack of trust in conventional monetary systems and a bet on decentralization as a safe haven. However, this move also carries risks. Not every company has the financial strength or long-term vision to sustain that strategy in the face of volatility. Some may be following a trend without fully understanding what it means to hold an asset like bitcoin. Imitating giants like MicroStrategy doesn’t guarantee the same success. In short, this accumulation frenzy may be visionary… or reckless, depending on who leads it and why. Time will be the true judge.👍
Not forgetting our old email addresses is essential for security reasons. Many of these accounts are still linked to important services such as social media, banking, or digital platforms. If they’re abandoned without being properly closed, they can become vulnerable to unauthorized access. Additionally, these addresses are often still used for password recovery processes. Keeping control over them—or deleting them properly—prevents unnecessary risks. Digital security doesn’t rely solely on strong passwords, but also on awareness and care for our past digital identity. Don’t leave them behind. 👍
The ranking reflects a technocratic view of livability, based on useful but limited metrics. Vienna losing its spot due to thwarted threats raises the question of whether "stability" should rely so heavily on isolated incidents. Cities like London and New York are penalized for their size and complexity, overlooking their cultural richness and social resilience. The simultaneous drop in all cities suggests a global vulnerability that the data doesn't fully explain. In short, these rankings are interesting but too rigid to capture what truly makes a city livable: its soul, not just its statistics. 👍
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