# ETH > BITCOIN **Published by:** [suosuoj](https://paragraph.com/@suosuoj/) **Published on:** 2024-12-12 **URL:** https://paragraph.com/@suosuoj/eth ## Content Bitcoin: The Ancestor of All CryptocurrenciesBitcoin is hailed as the ancestor of all cryptocurrencies, with Ethereum reigning as the king of public blockchains. All other coins seem to serve Bitcoin's purpose.Trading vs. Holding: The Struggle for RestEngaging in the low-buy, high-sell strategy can yield profits, but it's exhausting and sleep-depriving. Holding onto your coins is a more relaxed approach.Scams in the Mining IndustryThe sale of mining machines is often a scam. If selling them was profitable, would you be the one buying them?Bao Erye and the Influence of Li XiaolaiBao Erye was influenced by Li Xiaolai's lectures. Had it been a Ponzi scheme instead of Bitcoin, he would have been just as swayed. Yet, fortune favors the foolish, and he remains quite astute. Enlightenment strikes in an instant, leading to an explosive growth in intelligence and a moment of realization.Self-Improvement: Books and ExperienceThere are two primary ways to elevate oneself: through reading books and learning from one's mistakes.Humility in SuccessWhen you make money, never let it go to your head. Your success in the cryptocurrency market is likely due to the era you live in, good fortune, and being in the right place at the right time. Always approach the market with a sense of reverence.Legalities in Macau and Hong KongGambling is legal in Macau, and the regulation of cryptocurrencies is a matter of legality in Hong Kong.Investment Channels and Real EstateReflect on the limited investment options available to people around you: either real estate or gold. If you introduce the cryptocurrency market as an alternative, many might forgo real estate, which could have far-reaching implications. Real estate's slowdown affects many sectors.Gambling and Social StabilityThe World Cup often leads to widespread gambling, with people risking everything and, in extreme cases, taking drastic measures. If cryptocurrency gambling were legalized, it could lead to borrowing and significant market volatility, potentially causing social unrest. If trading cryptocurrencies from home became more lucrative than working, many might abandon their jobs, leading to a shift in societal norms.Trust in the Vision of the WealthyYou may question the character of the wealthy, but their vision is often worth trusting. ## Publication Information - [suosuoj](https://paragraph.com/@suosuoj/): Publication homepage - [All Posts](https://paragraph.com/@suosuoj/): More posts from this publication - [RSS Feed](https://api.paragraph.com/blogs/rss/@suosuoj): Subscribe to updates ## Optional - [Collect as NFT](https://paragraph.com/@suosuoj/eth): Support the author by collecting this post - [View Collectors](https://paragraph.com/@suosuoj/eth/collectors): See who has collected this post