Since its launch in 2008, Bitcoin has faced criticism from economists and politicians. Despite its rise to $100,000 in 2024, criticism remains.
Peter Schiff: Concerns for the Dollar
American stockbroker Peter Schiff remains a long-time Bitcoin skeptic. Even as his son invested his entire portfolio in BTC, Schiff continues to criticize the cryptocurrency, viewing it as a threat to the dollar.
Paul Krugman: Crypto for Crimes
Economist Paul Krugman criticized Bitcoin, questioning its role as money. In 2022, he reiterated that cryptocurrency is used for illegal transactions.
ECB: Failure of Global Decentralization
The European Central Bank continues to critique Bitcoin. In 2024, notable ECB figures declared BTC unsuccessful in becoming a global currency, emphasizing its potential for illegal uses.
Despite Bitcoin's records, criticism continues to grow, and opinions on its future remain divided.