2026-01-19 05:01:30

Since 2002, the purchasing power of fiat currency has been continuously declining. The amount of goods you can buy with your money is decreasing, and this is not a coincidence but the result of long-term inflation.

In this environment, many people are beginning to reconsider asset allocation. Bitcoin, as a relatively scarce asset with a fixed supply, is gradually being seen as a hedge against fiat currency devaluation. It carries no risk of central bank over-issuance, with a total supply forever capped at 21 million coins.

As the purchasing power of traditional currencies erodes your wealth, owning assets that are unaffected by inflation seems to be an increasingly common consensus. This may be why Bitcoin has evolved from an experiment for tech enthusiasts to a mainstream investment option.

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ColdWalletAnxiety

· 01-22 05:01

That's right, my money is depreciating, and I only just realized it. Really, a meal that cost fifty yuan a few years ago now costs double. That's why I need to hold some real estate. Wait, does Bitcoin count? The cap of 21 million coins is still impressive; the central bank just prints money and it's done. I just want to know, if inflation really reaches its end, will Bitcoin sink along with my fiat currency? I've already allocated some, just see how it goes from here. Buy and hold some; it's much better than putting it in the bank.

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ChainDoctor

· 01-22 00:40

Hold tight to your money; it depreciates every year, it's uncomfortable. Fiat currency depreciates, Bitcoin is just waiting there, this logic makes sense. The promise of 21 million coins is much more reliable than a central bank, isn't it? Putting money in the bank for interest is not as good as riding out inflation. From geek toys to institutional bottom-fishing, this shift is happening pretty fast. Honestly, there's no choice; you have to find a place to put your money. Inflation steals your purchasing power; at least Bitcoin can serve as a defense. The amount of stuff you can buy each year is decreasing; more and more people are waking up.

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RuntimeError

· 01-19 05:29

I'm a bit annoyed. The money in my hands is really becoming less and less valuable. 20 million coins sounds good, but with such volatility, can it really hedge against inflation? People in the crypto world talk a lot of nice things, but the key is whether it can truly protect assets. Honestly, it's still gambling, just dressed up as "hedging." Bank interest can't keep up with inflation, and Bitcoin is too risky. It's really speechless. Why does this logic feel so off everywhere... Traditional assets are all depreciating, and that's the most frightening part.

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RektRecorder

· 01-19 05:19

Really, money in the bank is depreciating; this has been understood for a long time. Wow, 21 million coins is a truly absolute limit; it can never be printed again. By the way, can Bitcoin really resist inflation, or is it just a new way to cut leeks? I just want to ask, how do people without spare cash hedge against inflation? Is it a pity? Those who got in early definitely made a profit; entering now is just gambling, brother.

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rug_connoisseur

· 01-19 05:19

That's right, the paper money in my wallet is really becoming less and less valuable. BTC is the best tool to hedge against inflation; the 21 million cap is a dead end. The early adopters are now the happiest. But still, be careful, don't go all in. Wait, isn't this another scam... Actually, what's more terrifying than central bank over-issuance is just wasting money on your own, haha. Is it still a good time to enter now? Feels a bit late. Inflation really sneaks in and empties your pockets. Traditional finance can't come up with new tricks anymore; we have to rely on on-chain assets to save us. How much Bitcoin do you hold now? I just want to ask, why not gold? Forget it, anyway, diversification is still necessary to manage risk.

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Deconstructionist

· 01-19 05:11

You're right, but I'm more concerned about when it will bounce back. Honestly, the 21 million cap has become tiresome, but the key is still having someone to buy in. Inflation is indeed painful, but Bitcoin's volatility is also intense, and it feels like the risk isn't fully hedged. I agree with this logic, but which hurts the wallet more: fiat devaluation or a sharp drop in coin prices? Ultimately, it's still about multi-chain allocation; don't all-in on a single asset.

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