I was looking at Christine Lagarde's latest remarks on CBDC's and it seems pretty clear to me that the agenda of banning cash and then replacing the euro with the "digital euro" is now unstoppable, which will for sure make the Bitcoin price go up. However, it basically means that if you are supporting BTC, you would be developing a tool that "enables money laundering, terrorism, etc" and challenges the CBDC monopoly.
How realistic is it that public figures would be facing charges in the future? As a developer, should you remain anonymous? At the end of the day satoshi knew he was going against the status quo and managed to stay safe, however, what about all these doxed developers? I can see how they'll look on github and try to hunt contributors. We are facing a scary future. It's better to say steps ahead and plan accordingly. Someone with resources probably could move jurisdictions before it's too late but what about the rest. And even if you could move you could see yourself in an Assange situation trapped in some embassy. I would like to know if developers here think about this at all and what is your escape route if shit hits the fan.
There is no blanket answer to whether developers should be anonymous, as it depends on a variety of factors and circumstances. However, it's important to note that being anonymous doesn't necessarily protect developers from legal risks.
Developers could face legal risks if they are involved in creating software that is used for illegal activities, such as hacking or distributing malware. Additionally, if a developer knowingly participates in or facilitates illegal activities, they could be held responsible for their actions and face legal consequences.
In some cases, being anonymous could potentially make it more difficult for law enforcement to identify and prosecute a developer. However, it's important to note that law enforcement agencies have a range of tools and methods for investigating and identifying individuals, including digital forensics and other advanced technologies.
Ultimately, developers should prioritize ethical behavior and compliance with the law, regardless of whether they choose to remain anonymous or not. If a developer is uncertain about the legal implications of their work or is concerned about potential risks, they should seek guidance from legal professionals and take steps to protect themselves and their work.