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Bitcoin's adoption in high-inflation countries could potentially address income inequality, but its impact is complex. In nations with unstable currencies, Bitcoin offers a decentralized, inflation-resistant store of value, enabling individuals to protect savings from devaluation. This can empower lower-income groups reliant on eroding fiat. However, Bitcoin’s volatility, high transaction fees during peak times, and limited scalability hinder its use for daily transactions, often restricting it to wealthier or tech-savvy users. Unequal access to technology and education further exacerbates this divide. While Bitcoin could reduce reliance on centralized financial systems that favor elites, its speculative nature and concentration of holdings among early adopters risk creating new inequalities. Without broader infrastructure and education, Bitcoin alone cannot significantly balance income distribution.
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