Why I said to look into it for yourself is because it is a murky thing. There is no clear "bitcoin is fake because of xyz" evidence out there. The fact that it was created by nobody who is taking credit for it immediately makes me think it is a DARPA operation like Facebook. It is oddly convenient that it came out as a way to thwart the central banks by making a system that is completely trackable. Sure sounds very mark of the beast for me, one step away from putting that chip in your hand or head. This is my opinion and I would love it if other openminded people would entertain this notion to see what they perceive as well that we may all form a better understanding. But please, go on attacking me like I am not allowed to have my own ideas, opinions, and methods.