Protocols over platforms
Dorsey-backed efforts emphasize user-owned keys, portable identity, and censorship-resistant publishing—yet usability and moderation remain unsolved product problems.
Bitcoin as internet money
Lightning invoices, LSPs, and self-custody wallets inch toward everyday commerce, but liquidity routing and education gaps persist.
Responsible roadmaps
Developers should document trade-offs—energy narratives, regulatory clarity, and fraud support—before promising “fully decentralized” experiences that still rely on centralized bridges.
