Jack Dorsey, the former CEO of Twitter and a well-known figure in the tech and cryptocurrency sectors, recently shared his view that Bitcoin could reach $1 million by 2030.
His prediction is part of a broader bullish outlook on the pioneer cryptocurrency, suggesting that its value could continue to climb even after hitting this milestone.
Dorsey’s comments came during a detailed discussion about the future of digital currencies and his own experiences in the industry.
Dorsey’s Vision: Beyond Bitcoin’s Price
Dorsey’s enthusiasm for Bitcoin extends beyond its potential price appreciation. In the interview with Pirate Wires, he expressed a deep appreciation for the Bitcoin ecosystem, noting that it has been a significant source of learning for him.
According to Dorsey, the collaborative and open nature of the Bitcoin community means that efforts by any individual to improve the network or engage with it positively can lead to broader benefits for all participants. This aspect of Bitcoin, as much as its price potential seems to captivate him.
Dorsey particularly noted:
The most amazing thing about Bitcoin, apart from the founding story, is anyone who works on it, or gets paid in it, or buys it for themselves — everyone who puts any effort in to make it better — is making the entire ecosystem better, which makes the price go up.
In the same conversation where he discussed Bitcoin’s future, Dorsey also touched on his reasons for departing from BlueSky, the alternative social media platform he helped to co-found after leaving Twitter.
He criticized BlueSky for what he sees as its deviation from the original vision of decentralization, noting that the platform has started to mirror traditional corporate structures with its focus on venture capital and a formal board of directors.
This shift, according to Dorsey, contradicts the ethos of “decentralization and open-source protocols” that he aimed to champion. Dorsey’s critique extends to the broader tech industry’s approach to developing and managing digital platforms.
He believes that many of the mistakes made by Twitter are being repeated by BlueSky and others, particularly when it comes to governance and the balance between open protocols and corporate control.
His views highlight a tension within the tech world between the push for innovative, user-driven platforms and the pull of traditional business models.
Bitcoin Market Movements And Broader Predictions
While Dorsey has put forward a long-term view of BTC reaching $1 million, the crypto is currently trading above the $62,000 mark, showing a steady increase of 2.5% in the past 24 hours and 3.7% over the past week.
These movements are part of a wider trend that has seen various experts put forward optimistic forecasts for Bitcoin’s price trajectory.
For example, Tom Lee of Fundstrat has predicted that Bitcoin could rise to $150,000 by the end of the year, citing the launch of several spot Bitcoin ETFs as a key development that simplifies crypto investments for mainstream audiences.
Lee’s bullish stance is supported by his belief that the current crypto bull cycle is far from over, despite recent price dips and inflation concerns.
Further supporting this optimistic outlook, Standard Chartered’s research notes suggest that Bitcoin could reach $150,000, while Ethereum could hit $8,000 by the end of 2024. These projections reflect a growing consensus among financial analysts that major digital assets have substantial room to grow.
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