The volatility (persistent changes in the price of Bitcoin) has drawn a lot of attention, and will continue to. The consequences surely has it's merits and demerits; to various users. To the trader, and investor respectively. Do the merits outweigh the demerits? Would a less volatile nature draw more usage?
This volatility is what can potentially lead to maximum profits or significant losses, especially when it comes to short-term trading. Advantages and disadvantages are inseparable in the market, so those who are able to utilize them effectively will certainly reap commensurate profits. If it weren't as volatile as it is now, Bitcoin might be similar to gold, which tends to move more steadily in terms of price growth, so Bitcoin might not have reached its current price. People hope that a system that is different from what had existed before so that taking an approach to the risk aspect will provide benefits if it is run correctly.