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I’ve witnessed the sensationalized demise of Bitcoin more times than I can count. The mainstream media loves to declare it dead, but to my delight, Bitcoin has proven resilient every time. Join me on a journey through the chronicles of Bitcoin’s reported deaths, and discover why I’m not just a believer but a buyer.

BITCOIN’S FIRST DEATH (2010): A PREMATURE PREDICTION

Back in 2010, when Bitcoin was just finding its footing, the media prematurely declared its demise. The skepticism was understandable; after all, a digital currency challenging the financial status quo seemed too audacious. Little did they know, this was just the beginning.

MT. GOX AND THE 2014 CRASH: “BITCOIN IS DEAD” (2014)

The infamous Mt. Gox exchange collapse in 2014 led to a significant Bitcoin price drop. Media outlets took the opportunity to declare Bitcoin dead once again. The critics were loud, but Bitcoin wasn’t listening; it was evolving.

CHINA BANS BITCOIN (2017): YET ANOTHER OBITUARY

In 2017, when China announced a crackdown on cryptocurrency exchanges, the media sounded the death knell for Bitcoin. The price plummeted, and the headlines screamed, “Bitcoin is dead.” Spoiler alert: it wasn’t.

BITCOIN CASH FORK: DOUBLE TROUBLE (2017)

Later in 2017, the Bitcoin Cash hard fork created a stir. Detractors saw it as a death blow for Bitcoin, citing internal divisions. The media was quick to run obituaries, but Bitcoin had other plans.

CRYPTO WINTER (2018-2019): THE ICY OBITUARIES

During the prolonged crypto winter of 2018 and 2019, as Bitcoin’s price dipped, reports of its demise flooded the media. Many declared, “Bitcoin is dead for real this time.” Spoiler alert: it thawed with the spring.

COVID-19 CRASH (2020): THE PANDEMIC THAT WASN’T BITCOIN’S END

When the COVID-19 pandemic sent shockwaves through global markets in 2020, Bitcoin experienced a temporary dip. Predictably, obituaries circulated, suggesting that even a pandemic couldn’t save Bitcoin. Yet, it surged back stronger.

ELON MUSK’S TWEETS (2021): A NOT-SO-FATAL BLOW

In 2021, Elon Musk’s tweets became a source of both delight and despair for the crypto community. Each tweet seemed to impact Bitcoin’s price, leading to, you guessed it, obituaries. Despite the Tesla rollercoaster, Bitcoin rode through the storm.

CHINA BANS BITCOIN… AGAIN (2021): THE RESURRECTION

China’s renewed crackdown on Bitcoin in 2021 caused a significant dip. The media gleefully reported, “Bitcoin is dead, and China killed it.” Bitcoin, however, had more lives than a cat.

REGULATORY SCRUTINY (2021-2022): BITCOIN’S TOUGHEST TEST

As regulatory scrutiny intensified globally in 2021 and 2022, obituaries made a comeback. The narrative was familiar: governments would bury Bitcoin. Yet, it stood resilient, weathering the regulatory storm.

THE DEATH OF MINING IN CHINA (2021): BITCOIN’S LAST BREATH?

When China banned Bitcoin mining in 2021, critics speculated that it might be Bitcoin’s death knell. Headlines screamed, “No more mining, no more Bitcoin.” But guess what? Bitcoin was far from out.

WHY I KEEP BUYING: BITCOIN’S UNYIELDING SPIRIT

In the face of countless obituaries, Bitcoin has displayed a remarkable ability to bounce back. So, why am I not just holding onto my Bitcoin but actively buying more?

DECENTRALIZATION AND RESILIENCE

Bitcoin’s decentralized nature makes it resistant to single points of failure. No government, celebrity tweet, or market crash can obliterate it entirely. It’s a digital phoenix, rising from its metaphorical ashes repeatedly.

SCARCITY AND STORE OF VALUE

The finite supply of 21 million Bitcoins makes it a digital treasure. Unlike fiat currencies subject to inflation, Bitcoin is a store of value. The more I see it declared dead, the more I’m inclined to stack Sats.

COMMUNITY AND INNOVATION

The vibrant and passionate Bitcoin community continually innovates. From scaling solutions to technological advancements, the ecosystem is alive with creativity. Reports of Bitcoin’s demise ignore the collaborative force that fuels its evolution.

FINANCIAL INCLUSION

Bitcoin empowers the unbanked and underbanked globally. As traditional financial systems fail many, Bitcoin provides a lifeline. Its potential to bring financial inclusion keeps me not just interested but invested.

The death reports are nothing more than sensationalized narratives.