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How many events have the ability to single-handedly takedown the crypto-ecosystem?

Edit: I'm asking because this is now mainstream and this is a thought experiment that should be well understood by now. It's hard to get a straight answer about the real world value of these instuments, so I guess I shouldn't be surprised of the [non-]response here. The problem is if questions like this continue to be scoffed at then a lot of people can get hurt.

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An asteroid....is that what you're praying for so that you can be right?

Large enough solar flare might do the trick, too.

I appreciate the the response without the snark.

I was hoping for more plausible risks, like "a regulation restricting X" or "innovation in Y."

What makes you sure of my motives?

I want to know how risky this is considering everyone and their grandmothers are investing their retirements [and student loans].

A general economic downturn would hit crypto harder than the real economy so you'd probably see >90% drawdowns.

A new bubble in a different area could also cause people to get bored with crypto.

Your edited question is much better and deserves a less snarky response.

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