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Before 2008, currencies were essentially monopolistic, tied to geography and state authority—think of the dollar, euro, or yen. Ownership implied allegiance to a nation, and currencies were expressions of national sovereignty. However, the advent of Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency movement has begun to challenge this model. Now, currency is evolving into a means of expression—a language used by individuals and communities to communicate their desires, values, and identities.