Bitcoin: Ayn Rand was wrong, Atlas never shrugged: A 50 year old dream

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In Ayn Rand’s Atlas Shrugged, individuals who contribute to society begin to vanish as the government seeks control over all professions, led by the enigmatic John Galt. This raises the question, "Who is John Galt?" In a parallel, the rise of Bitcoin has sparked curiosity about its creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, mirroring the intrigue surrounding Galt. Understanding Bitcoin requires insight into Rand's philosophy and Friedrich Hayek's ideas, as every revolution is built on an ideological foundation. Bitcoin represents a software revolution with deep historical roots, aiming to return humanity to its essence and potentially realize "The Unknown Ideal" that Rand envisioned. It challenges the reliance on intermediaries—governments, banks, and notaries—promising a new world where only producers thrive, reminiscent of Galt's utopia for the diligent. Just as the French Revolution was not immediately recognized as a turning point, Bitcoin's significance is not yet fully grasped. In time, it may be seen as the end of the nation-state era that began in 1789. Ultimately, history may reveal that Ayn Rand was mistaken; Atlas never shrugged, but rather, a new revolution has quietly emerged.