Will Cryptocurrency Ever Reach the Point of Financial Stability?

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In recent years, the introduction of cryptocurrencies has been one of the most exciting developments in finance. Cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, are digital currencies based on a decentralised ledger system and are not controlled by any central authority or government.

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The rise of cryptocurrencies has brought a lot of speculation and volatility, leading many to question whether these digital currencies will ever achieve stability. How could something that can fluctuate because of Elon Musk Tweeting nonsense be taken seriously as a trustworthy financial investment?

The lack of central governing authority like a central bank (the Federal Reserve and so forth) makes cryptocurrencies fundamentally more difficult to manipulate and control than traditional currencies, which can be manipulated by governments and central banks. This also means that the supply of cryptocurrencies is limited and cannot be changed at will, making them less vulnerable to inflation.

Still, as we have seen with Twitter and other misinformation, crypto isn't immune to pump and dumps or FUD affecting the price. The slightest rumour can have such a profound effect.

Another factor that could help cryptocurrencies achieve stability is the increasing adoption of these digital currencies by businesses and individuals worldwide. As more people use cryptocurrencies for everyday transactions, their demand will increase, which could help stabilise their value.

However, the volatility of cryptocurrencies remains a major challenge to their stability.

The prices of cryptocurrencies can fluctuate wildly, making them an attractive target for speculators looking to make a quick profit by taking advantage of the price swings. Additionally, cryptocurrencies are still relatively new, and there is still much uncertainty about their future and how they will be used in the long term.

Right now, crypto is in its toddler years. Plagued by scams and incompetence, cryptocurrency is still learning to stand on its own two feet and walk.

Overall, it is difficult to predict whether cryptocurrencies will ever achieve stability. On one hand, the decentralised nature of these digital currencies and increasing adoption could help to promote stability.

Nobody disputes that cryptocurrencies have gone beyond an experiment or underground niche currency people use to buy pizzas online. But, the trust is not there. How can we expect adoption and financial stability when people can't trust their digital tokens won't be stolen or lost in an exchange collapse or hack?

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Everything in the economy is in flux.

No currency is stable. All equities move in relation to each other.

The basic HBD formula shows that it is possible to create a coin that is stable against other equities. The basic formula is that one can convert HIVE to HBD. After the fixed period, the formula gives the user an amount of HIVE equivalent to the current dollar value of HIVE. The HBD interest is irrelevant.

The cost of the HBD formula is that it creates a downward force on HIVE. It is best for HBD to be a small fraction of HIVE. If there is too much HBD on the market, the HBD conversion formula could force the price of HIVE below $0.40. But that is is a different conversation.

Since everything is in flux, I am inclined to say that crypto should embrace this fact. We can use conversion formulas to create fiat whenever we desire.

So it is best to let things fluctuate.

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