I had no idea Bitcoin appeared in a sci-fi novel this early, and the “slow money” concept is what really caught my attention. The idea of separating everyday fast money from a harder monetary layer used for investments that take centuries is surprisingly interesting, especially considering this was written around 2011–2013. What makes the book even more intriguing is that Bitcoin isn’t just a reference—it’s part of the economic infrastructure of the fictional world. Definitely going on my reading list.
I had no idea Bitcoin appeared in a sci-fi novel this early, and the “slow money” concept is what really caught my attention. The idea of separating everyday fast money from a harder monetary layer used for investments that take centuries is surprisingly interesting, especially considering this was written around 2011–2013. What makes the book even more intriguing is that Bitcoin isn’t just a reference—it’s part of the economic infrastructure of the fictional world. Definitely going on my reading list.