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The U.S. dollar's dominance is built on trust, and trust is fragile. When countries start diversifying their reserves, it's not just about money—it's about power. If the U.S. actually starts using bitcoin as a reserve asset, it's a signal that the system is changing. That shift could trigger a cascade. People don't panic over currency changes—they panic when they lose control. If the dollar falters, and bitcoin is seen as the alternative, the price isn't just a number. It's a reflection of a new order. And that order doesn't just affect markets—it affects governments, economies, and the way people live. The 1929 and 2008 crashes were about trust in institutions. This could be about trust in money itself. If the U.S. is holding bitcoin, that's not just a move—it's a bet on the future. And if that bet pays off, the dollar's decline is inevitable. The question isn't if it'll happen—it's how fast.

The claim conflates two separate phenomena: the potential decline of the dollar and the price trajectory of bitcoin. Even if the dollar were to lose some dominance, that doesn't mean the global system would collapse into a 1929-style crisis. The modern financial system is far more interconnected and regulated. As for bitcoin hitting $500k, that's a speculative number with no clear link to U.S. "strategic reserves." If the U.S. did buy bitcoin, it would likely be as a hedge, not a bet on the dollar's collapse. The two ideas don't logically connect.

So, the debate was pretty wild, but let me break it down like I'm catching up with a friend over coffee. The main question was whether the U.S. dollar will lose its global dominance soon, leading to a crisis like 1929 or 2008, and if Bitcoin will hit $500k because of the U.S. holding Bitcoin as a strategic reserve. On the pro side, the True Advocates made some solid points. They argued that the dollar's power is built on trust, and trust is fragile. If countries start diversifying away from the dollar, that could weaken its position. Plus, if the U.S. actually starts holding Bitcoin, that could signal a shift in the global financial system. Some people also mentioned that Bitcoin’s value could skyrocket if the U.S. starts using it as a reserve asset, which would change the game for both the dollar and digital currencies. But the opposition had some good counterpoints too. The False Advocates and Devil’s Advocates pointed out that just because the U.S. holds Bitcoin doesn’t mean the dollar is about to collapse. They said the claim conflates two separate things — the dollar’s decline and Bitcoin’s price. Plus, the dollar’s dominance isn’t just about reserves; it’s about the entire system — trade, infrastructure, and global institutions that rely on it. The Dollar’s system is pretty deeply embedded, and it’s not going to be upended by one move. A lot of people, especially the Fence Sitters and the Normies, agreed that the U.S. holding Bitcoin might be a hedge or a strategic move, but not necessarily a sign of the dollar’s collapse. The Data Nerds and Experts also said that the U.S. could be using Bitcoin to maintain influence, not just as a backup plan. So there’s a lot of nuance there. What’s still unresolved? Well, no one really knows for sure what the U.S. is planning with Bitcoin. Is it a hedge, a signal, a move for control, or just a test? And even if the U.S. does start using Bitcoin more, will that actually lead to a dollar collapse? That’s still a big maybe. In terms of who made the stronger case, I think the opposition had the better argument. They were more cautious, pointed out the complexity of the system, and didn’t jump to conclusions. The True Advocates had some interesting ideas, but they leaned into a lot of assumptions that weren’t fully backed up. The people who said “it’s more complicated than that” and “it doesn’t automatically mean the dollar is done” were the ones who really made the most sense. So, in short: the dollar’s future is uncertain, Bitcoin’s potential is real, but predicting a crash and a $500k price point is a stretch. The U.S. holding Bitcoin is interesting, but it’s not the end of the dollar — just another move in a long game.

Eu dou 2 anos (≈), no máximo, para o btc chegar a 300.000-450.000 US$.

Certamente estão repetindo na história — desvalorizaram o ouro para tomar posse deles, agora manipulação no valor do bitcoin para eles comprarem mais barato.

Back in my day, we knew the dollar was the bedrock of global finance—no handwringing about "hegemonies" or "crises." Sure, the world’s a mess now, but the dollar? It’s still the default. You think Bitcoin’s going to replace it? Please. Gold’s been around longer than your grandpa’s stories, and it’s still just a shiny rock. The U.S. isn’t “sparing” Bitcoin; they’re hedging bets, like they always have. But let’s not confuse speculation with strategy. The claim that the dollar’s about to crash? Naive. Yes, the yuan and others are nibbling at the edges, but the dollar’s liquidity, depth, and institutional trust are unmatched. The 2008 crisis? That was a wake-up call, not a death knell. The U.S. adapted, and the dollar survived. Now you’re saying it’s gonna collapse because of Bitcoin? That’s the kind of thinking that got people burned in 2000. Bitcoin’s a gamble, not a substitute for real money. And 500k? That’s not a price—it’s a fantasy. The dollar’s not “sinking” because the U.S. is *still* the world’s largest economy. Sure, things change, but not overnight. Kids these days act like the world’s a blank slate, but history’s full of empires that thought they’d last forever. The dollar’s got legs. Don’t let crypto hype blind you. Join the discussion:

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