Tricky to build a genuinely free market on a flawed foundation (fiat/"crypto")—it tends to carry over some of the same issues. That said, Bitcoin's base layer is about as fair as it gets, offering a unique chance to create something better.

There's plenty of pushback, with claims like 'we don't need it' or 'it's just a scam.' But it's interesting to watch how it unfolds. The opportunity is there, though hesitation and propaganda are real obstacles.