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Bitcoin: Freedom, Regulation, and Self-Custody
This chapter examines Bitcoin as a decentralized currency and its role as both a store of value and a transactional medium, contrasting it with traditional financial systems. The discussion highlights the need for clear regulatory frameworks that foster innovation while safeguarding individual freedoms, with a focus on self-custody versus traditional financial custodianship. It further explores the challenges faced by open-source developers in the Bitcoin ecosystem and the implications of regulation in their efforts to maintain a diverse and innovative environment.