Is Bitcoin a Scam?: 5 myths surrounding BTC and how to debunk them
In our latest video, we delve into the five most prevalent myths about Bitcoin, meticulously separating fact from fiction.
Despite existing for more than 15 years, Bitcoin (BTC) still faces skepticism from media pundits, market analysts and even regular people. Have you ever encountered someone dismissing Bitcoin as a scam or claiming its value is unsubstantiated? In our latest Cointelegraph video, we dismantle the five most prevalent misconceptions about Bitcoin.
One of the most common anti-Bitcoin talking points is that BTC lacks "intrinsic value."
It’s true that, unlike fiat currency, Bitcoin isn’t backed by a central bank, and its value doesn’t stem from traditional cash flows or dividends of publicly traded stocks. However, dismissing Bitcoin’s intrinsic value overlooks its unique attributes that render it valuable: decentralization and borderlessness, enabling efficient global value exchange, and scarcity, making it an appealing hedge against currency devaluation.
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