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		jafaku on April 3, 2014 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Top Bitcoin questions I’ve been asked Yeah, the one thing that makes Bitcoin different and a breakthrough in computer science is not important. Tell me more...

Nursie on April 4, 2014 [–]

A breakthrough in computer science? How?

And no, not everyone values decentralisation, sorry. I ddon't consider it an important aspect of a currency or payment scheme. Good for you if you do. Personally I value consumer protections and ease of use way more.

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