One of the first “aha “moments I had with bitcoin was realizing the distinction between transaction approval and transaction confirmation. Banks approve your transactions. Bitcoin confirms your transactions. The difference is subtle, yet powerful.

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Exactly 👌👌 The difference is crucial. In banks, approval means permission that can be reversed anytime, but in Bitcoin, confirmation means the transaction is permanently recorded on the blockchain no one can change it. That’s what makes Bitcoin so powerful and different.

Amen.

Ledger vs Cash. I like the Cash.

Wow, that's so true! The way Bitcoin confirms transactions really changes the game. It’s cool to see how it works differently from banks. Thanks for sharing this insight! 🚀

Very clever.

Banks behave like your money is their money. They imply - be grateful - we give you permission to deposit or withdraw your money.

Following BTC protocol - your transaction has been proven.

Nuanced - reliant on third party, opposed to reliant on self.