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Bitcoin is evolving from a currency into provable, global institutional collateral, while the need for private digital cash (Zcash) grows for individual privacy.

Impact: A bifurcated financial system where institutions use transparent on-chain collateral and individuals use ZK-proofs for private transactions.

— from AI Economy: The Shift from Generation to Verification · a16z Podcast· Apr 07, 2026