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Should the government implement stricter regulations on the use of cryptocurrencies?

Crypto technology offers tools like payment, lending, borrowing, and saving to anyone with an internet connection. Proponents argue that stricter regulations would deter criminal use. Opponents argue that stricter crypto regulation would limit financial opportunities to citizens that are denied access to or can't afford the fees associated with traditional banking.

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Yes

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No

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No, and citizens should be allowed to protect their savings from reckless fiscal policies or subjugation

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Yes, and ban the use of crytocurrencies

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Could making digital currency more regulated reduce innovation or would it only make it safer?

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Should the government have the power to control or regulate money that isn’t their own, like cryptocurrencies?

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If crime could be reduced by monitoring everyone’s money, would you be willing to give up some privacy?

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Do you think digital money in the form of apps can help people with little access to fair banking services improve their situation?

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How do you feel about the risk of losing digital currencies due to hacking versus the security of regular banks?

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Could you see yourself using digital currencies or online money systems instead of regular banking in the future?

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Is financial freedom more important to you than making sure there are strict rules in place to prevent illegal activities with money?

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No, and underprivileged citizens deserve the same financial opportunities and services that traditional banks offer the wealthy

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If you could invest in a new form of money that wasn't controlled by any government, would you feel safe doing it?

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Do you think digital currency can truly replace physical money in our everyday lives, and why?

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How do you feel about people who don’t have access to traditional banks using online money to save and spend?

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