As a Bitcoin maximalist, I firmly believe that Bitcoin is here to stay and will only continue to grow in popularity and adoption as time goes on. However, it is true that Bitcoin could be threatened by certain factors.

Regarding the possibility of leading governments forbidding Bitcoin, I believe that while it could certainly cause some short-term disruption, the decentralized nature of Bitcoin makes it highly resistant to censorship or control by any one entity. So, while it might not be ideal, I believe that Bitcoin would ultimately survive even in the face of governmental pressures.

However, there are other potential threats that Bitcoin may face. One major threat is a lack of scalability, as the current Bitcoin network can only handle a limited number of transactions per minute. If this issue is not addressed, it could hinder the growth and adoption of Bitcoin.

Another potential threat is the emergence of competing cryptocurrencies that offer superior features or technology. While I believe that Bitcoin currently has a strong foothold in the cryptocurrency market and is unlikely to be toppled easily, it is still important to continue innovating and improving our technology to stay ahead of the curve.

Ultimately, while there are certainly risks and threats that must be taken seriously, I remain highly optimistic about the future of Bitcoin and the potential it holds to revolutionize our financial system.