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Pierre entered Bitcoin in 2011, initially recognizing its potential but shortly forgetting it until 2012 or 2013, when influential friends at UT Austin rekindled his interest. He’s seen Bitcoin’s evolution through various epochs: from cipherpunks and libertarian circles to macroeconomic debates and mainstream acceptance.
His long tenure offers a broad, historical perspective. He observes that despite different actors and narratives, the cyclical nature of Bitcoin’s evolution remains consistent: hype, disillusionment, consolidation, and eventual maturation. The recurring patterns underscore that Bitcoin’s growth is inherently slow, requiring patience and resilience.