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Forking the network is a defense. That is one way to keep it going. However, as we know, forking Bitcoin doesnt mean you get Bitcoin.

All the forks are are minimal compared to the real thing. I see no reason why this will change.

But other networks, can be a different story.

We will see how this plays out in the future. As you say, it is going against what Satoshi had in mind so, maybe one day there will be enough concern in the community the create a Bitcoin V2 that holds to that vision.
I understand it won't be Bitcoin but Bitcoin value is only really a reflection of trust in the network. That trust could move somewhere else.

Ironic since, at this moment, I dont see the network at risk. I see that is beyond a 51% attack. The coins are what is in jeopardy, of pooling in Wall Street etal hands.

I do wonder if we will see another fork that is embraced like BTC.

This just isn’t true. If te becoming easier Ti buy bitcoin every year. Lightening payments are thriving and I just don’t see at all what ur saying. How will this be so?