Larry Summers May Love Bitcoin, but he Loves Regulation Even More
Larry Summers is a former US Department of Treasury Secretary. Furthermore, he is a former Treasury Secretary who happens to get a real kick out of bitcoin. For all of us, digital currency enthusiasts who just want everyone to get along, it's always nice when a politician or banking official of some sort shows their support and respect for bitcoin. After all, we're so used to witnessing the opposite that sometimes it can put a real damper on our outlook on life in the virtual economy. As refreshing as his stance may be, however, Mr. Summers is acknowledging the fact that bitcoin cannot....
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