Quote from: noorman0 on Today at 05:50:52 PM

Actually this epic moment happened in Ukraine, I don't know how difficult it is to get cash there (even using e-money). Someone sells "a Legendary Car" with bitcoin. View more...

Another milestone that bitcoin really serves as an alternative currency especially in times of urgency, bitcoin is really valuable for someone to survive. Because urgent situations are not just about war, calamities can also have more severe repercussions. I think this is a perfect consideration for any government not to be too strict on bitcoin regulations.

(The point of this thread is not about Ukraine situations specifically, but to the experiences of the people on this story.)

Actually you can argue exactly the opposite - when you are surrounded by devastation with no water, electricity or maybe even food - then it is highly unlikely you'll have access to an internet connection that could allow you to move such crypto funds around easily. Cash is king in that scenario (provided it's not the Russian ruble) but more likely things like gold are useful for bartering your way. Most of the world is privileged to exist in a relatively stable environment, but the sheer devastation that has been wrought on parts of Ukraine mean that it's much easier to transact in physical goods and makes hard cash more important than ever, provided it is relatively low volatility like USD.