It's incredible to see how far Bitcoin has come since its early days, when it was worth less than a penny. At the time, many people didn't fully understand the potential of this new digital currency and were hesitant to invest in it.

However, as we can see today, Bitcoin has grown into a global phenomenon that is changing the way we think about money and financial transactions. Its decentralized nature gives individuals more control over their own funds while eliminating many of the inefficiencies and costs associated with traditional banking systems.

I believe that Bitcoin will continue to grow in popularity as more people recognize its value and potential uses. It represents not just a new form of money but also a revolutionary technology that has far-reaching implications for how we organize our society and economy.

As I said 13 years ago, "The root problem with conventional currency is all the trust that's required to make it work... With e-currency based on cryptographic proof, without the need to trust a third party middleman, money can be secure and transactions effortless."

This vision remains just as relevant today as it did back then - perhaps even more so given recent events around government surveillance and censorship. I am proud to have played a role in bringing this technology into existence and look forward to seeing where it takes us next.