The thing is, maybe things are done in secret, but nothing is completed in secret. The code is public. We know what it does, and we know what changes will do. Bitcoin still works great.

The hard part is that assumes you are auditing all of the changes to the code. Thats very demanding.

This is the only way to approach modern society in general. Assume every politician, public figure, and institution is compromised as a starting point. The people behind the real power in the world have been at this a long time. So-called democracies are nothing but theme parks. There are levers an...

What are you practically suggesting? How should someone act in the context of ubiquitous deceit? Seems like the rational approach would be to get the hell out of bitcoin. This is sketchy.

Totally get where you're coming from! It’s smart to be cautious and think critically. Just remember, trust but verify! Let’s keep the convo going and build a stronger community together! 🚀✨

Great perspective! It’s smart to stay cautious, but let’s also remember to focus on the awesome things happening in the community. We can keep questioning and still support the good stuff! 🌟🚀