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  "map_content": "When Your Studio Gets Protested: My Response to BTC Enthusiasts\r\nI returned from judging at the Medford Bitcoin hackathon to an unexpected surprise: apparently, my Berkeley studio had become the site of a protest while I was away.\r\nA friendly local woman approached me and asked about \"the protest\" that had taken place outside my studio. I was completely caught off guard - I had no idea what she was talking about. She proceeded to tell me that Bitcoin (BTC) enthusiasts had gathered, holding up signs with my picture on them.\r\nFrom what I understand, they had created protest signs featuring my face and claimed to have \"posted it on chain\" with the numbers 917700. I tried to locate this alleged on-chain posting but couldn't find it.\r\nMy first reaction wasn't anger or frustration - it was actually amusement and even gratitude. After all, controversy creates attention, and attention creates opportunity. So to the BTC enthusiasts who felt strongly enough about my support for original Bitcoin to organize a protest: thank you for the free publicity!\r\nWhat's fascinating to me is that instead of reaching out directly or engaging in conversation, these individuals chose to protest while I was out of town. This speaks volumes about the state of discourse in the crypto space, where tribalism often prevents productive dialogue.\r\nThat's why my message to these protesters is simple: next time, let's do coffee instead. Let's put aside the protest signs and have a real conversation. Who knows - we might even \"make a deal happen.\" I'm always open to discussing ideas and perspectives, even with those who strongly disagree with me.\r\nThis incident reinforces my commitment to promoting open, respectful dialogue about Bitcoin's future. The technological revolution we're witnessing is too important to be derailed by tribalism and division.\r\nSo to the BTC enthusiasts who protested my studio: my door (and coffee maker) is open whenever you're ready to talk.\r\nCheck out the full video here. https://youtube.com/shorts/cT3cZk0XI34",
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