Bitcoin: A Digital Revolution with Potential and Pitfalls

Neha Sahay
NehaSahay.digital
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10 min readMar 7, 2024

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The Promise and Peril of Bitcoin: A Look at the Digital Currency’s Potential and Challenges

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Bitcoin, launched in 2009, is more than just a digital currency. It’s a pioneering technology sparking a financial revolution fueled by decentralization, transparency, and innovation. Here’s a brief introduction to understand its significance:

At its core, Bitcoin is:

  • Decentralized: No single entity controls it, creating independence from traditional financial institutions and potential censorship resistance.
  • Transparent: All transactions are recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain, fostering trust and accountability.
  • Secure: Cryptography safeguards transactions, making them resistant to fraud and counterfeiting.
  • Borderless: Payments can be sent and received globally without restrictions, potentially…

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Neha Sahay
NehaSahay.digital

FinTech & Digital Payments Strategist, Blogger. You can find more about her and connect through her personal website : https://nehasahay.digital/