Quote:Asked by one user for his opinion on the technology, Mr Gates replied: "The main feature of crypto-currencies is their anonymity. I don't think this is a good thing. The government's ability to find money laundering and tax evasion and terrorist funding is a good thing.
"Right now, crypto-currencies are used for buying fentanyl and other drugs so it is a rare technology that has caused deaths in a fairly direct way. I think the speculative wave around ICOs [initial coin offerings] and crypto-currencies is super risky for those who go long."
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He's not wrong, I feel it is only a matter of time before regulators try and clamp down on the anonymous aspect of these currencies as they mainly seem suitable for use of those who are dealing in illegal activities.
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