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In recent days, more and more politicians and heads of central banks talk about cryptocurrency!
Do u follow them? Yes or no? Why
I do follow them and tend to think, soon they will find a way to control cryptocurrency, because that's a huge amount of money, governor's loosing!
For example yesterday head bank of England governor Mark Carney said there is a concern among international regulators about the use of digital currencies and that he expects it to be on the agenda at upcoming G20 meetings. But he also highlighted the “huge range of opportunities” presented by the underlying technology, a view he’s shared before in relation to payment systems.

Sure, I always try to keep up to date if they say anything important and if that may affect the coins in any way possible.

But other than that, it's always interesting to see what they think and if the public perception changes.

They are actually great help for speculators and to be frank they are the most important aspect for the crypto currencies. That’s imagineable because at the end they will be deciding factors/persons of crypto currency fate. Also, if they have already said that crypto is gonna get into their agenda then we must watch for their next meetings and keep an eye on that which will decide the ultimate fate of the bitcoin.

In my country, there are always news about many states government raising the issue of bitcoin use and thousands of transactions that are being done promptly everyday. They think that it’s issue becaus we don’t have any regulations yet.

So whether it’s small government like state govt. or the bigger one, we have to watch them out and what they say is important for us.

I think politicians, whales and other important figures are pretty much essential to follow if you want to stay ahead of the curve.

The one who owns the information owns the world-someone said it, so I try to follow the news especially on cryptocurrencies. The news can predict the behavior of the market, and if they directly affect the crypto, it will help to make the right investments or avoid losses. The politicians are very monetized these days, they are all interested in their enrichment, sometimes they do not even understand what they are talking about, their opinion is not worth it.

Of course I keep update with the latest about any crypto currency news either artist or politician, because it involves enthusiastic and thousands of people who are interested in blockchain.

But most of the countries are implementing the cryptocurrency because it should be reduce a works in banking so some countries are accepting this cryptocurrency. The future  possibilities is all the government should be fixed taxes for trading, mining and all the platform. This is automatically profitable platform in government also so don't regulate the cryptocurrency. It should be increased in future.

it depends,if its a politician that knows well about crypto currency, why can't I follow what he or she says. the use of crypto currency is not restricted to certain categories of people. there are people who do not use it and are even updated about it. so, no information is a waste

I really don't follow any politicians activities except for our president.
I don't care what politicians would say about Bitcoin, Blockchain and Cryptocurrency stuff because they don't have the entire fact about the future of our monetary system.
But if they do said anything about Cryptocurrency, I consider to think that they might speculating out of their interests.

Not only politicians but also celebrities are bluffing about Cryptocurrencies, something they could just say whatever they want or whatever they want to show what is Cryptocurrency impact in our lives or in our economy.
I don't care start they say about cryptocurrency whether positive or negative but the important is my knowledge behind it and no one could stop me on showing my time and earning Cryptocurrency because that's non of their business.

That's an interesting thought. I guess any social influencer in that regard can affect the market.

True words! Politicians' personal opinions as such are not so important but all should follow the political and regulatory trends in the crypto field. It can also be a of great help if you are trading crypto.

Politicians and economists often warn people. They see Bitcoin as an enemy.
They will not be able to stop one day and the world will use crypto currency.

The question is "do I have to?". In other words, does it reflect on the price or something else? I don't think it does (at least now).  ;)

Yes because i always want to be updated with news most especially about cryptocurrencies for i may be joining bounty campaign without knowing that cryptocurrency was already banned in our country 2 days ago. Things like that may happen in our country anytime soon and that will greatly affect the lives of crypto community.

Today I saw the news that the South Korean Ministry of Finance does not intend to prohibit crypto-exchanges but nevertheless there was a news earlier that they intend to create a common DECENTRALIZED crypto base ... The world of politics is no less volatile than the crypto ones.

No need to follow anyone for using cryotocurrency because it is decentralized no one is gonna control us from using cryotocurrency.But the politicians are trying to control the growth kf cryotocurrency by implementation of taxes but I think it is not gonna work world wide so be ready for the future technology.Yiu are the commander of your money.

As much as many of us don't like those crooks and money hungry-liars called politicians, we have to be up to date with whatever bullcrap they say because we know how much of an impact a tiny article on the news can have on the cryptocurrency market.
But I don't follow any particular politician, I just try to keep up with the news as I don't want to be caught off guard when something big related to cryptocurrencies is being mentioned in the media.

Sayings of famous people, including politicians, affect first of all public opinion, so I think it is important
and therefore it is necessary to take into account the potential impact of high-profile messages on the market.

Well if that would be thing that will promote the coin/token especially the one you're hodling, then I would probably say it is a Yes. If some politicians says bad or good to some crypto then that would be a big factor to consider that maybe the price would increase or decrease dramatically. Speculation now takes place because of them because what people would think if some have strong support of it, then they will buy more tokens/coin of the crypto supported by politicians.

Yes I do if some politician makes stupid statements then some brainless people start to sell coins eventually fud starts I will buy from that point. There is no meaning in their statements.

No I dont follow what politicians say about crypto currencies, because most of them don't have the good knowledge about such currencies, and they spread mostly fake news to discourage people using them.
I follow only what says the most experts in this domain, which started trading and holding many years ago.

Actually, that is one of my measures for following any crypto currency or a coin. Once a famous people like a politician or a celebrity, giving their statement, point of view or giving a support in a crypto currency matters, it was surely give a big impact for the value of that coin.

Yes we can rely some information about that but you need to study first what they say because it can go right and also wrong too,i think listen to others ideas is good sometimes and we can learn from it another thing we can assure that opinion is good also because the price of digital currency is so volatile so this is base on speculation to earn.

NO, politicians cannot be trusted in their country as they are corrupt, how come they can tell the truth on cryptocurrency? I will let my trust go to those whales and crypto maniacs than politicians. these politicians are just looking to gain from this currency and I'm pretty sure they will bag money from this as they will file tax and corrupt it.

they must do a thorough research before investing. They should decide what course to follow first. social media may be able to get help from people who have counseling on their platform.

Of course, and as a part of this we should be responsible on getting updated with these news because even what they say are not true it still making an effect on the prices i think but not significantly.
Regarding on controlling the cryptocurrency i think they can't and it will always be like that, they have the power to limit or ban entirely the trading but they can't control the crypto itself and the money flowing in.

i don't follow politicans and what they say about cryptocurrencies because I think they just wanna fight bitcoin or altcoins in the future because they are scared that it could be better than their fiat money. I just follow my dudes here in bitcointalk and on twitter to get the latest stuff :)

So follow such news and every day I wonder how much the politicians want to control everything and they are afraid that people can make money without their help

Well, in Indonesia, the government also concern with cryptocurrency and already made announcement that cryptocurrency is illegal and Indonesia only acknowledge Indonesian Rupiah as the legal currency.
In my personal opinion, this is unfortunate that government did not see the benefits of cryptocurrency for mass benefits.
Well, that announcement totally will affecting people who still has lack of information to have narrow minded regarding cryptocurrency and most possibly think of cryptocurrency as fraud.

I don't honestly as most politicians barely know what the truth is on a daily basis and flip flop depending on what they think the people want to hear.

I am sure as cryptocurrencies become more popular and the government can find a way to make a lot of cash out of it, they will change their tune.

Why to follow one who do not know what you are doing and what crypto is ?

Right now , nope because they ca easy manipulate the media and the holders. However back in 2015 I used to search about politicians speaking about bitcoin and I surprised to see that in Europe Parlament someone said "buy 1 bitcoin" and he belived in what he said because here we are in 2018 and so far so good.

I don't follow the messages of politicians and bankers. I know all of their abstracts in advance. Bankers always talk about what a cryptocurrency is evil. Politicians make ambiguous statements depending on the situation. In the end the truth in their statements there. For me there is only one indicator. This is an opportunity to earn and sell bitcoins today and tomorrow. For every government action there is always the possibility of resistance.

I do not even tend to follow what politicians say about politics for the most part because even on that subject matter the majority of them seem to be fairly clueless and speaking for personal reasons. Given that, there's absolutely no chance I'm going to pay any attention to what they have to say about cryptocurrency. The only exception to that is if they are speaking about cryptocurrency policy or regulation.

I guess that every more or less experienced investor/trader should be informed about every single decision of the high level politicians in the field of crypto. They will definitely try to get crypto under their control, so privacy coins will be more and more in demand with time.

I'm not specifically looking for news related to political views on crypto currency. But I read the news about crypto currency every day. Therefore, I always see that news too. Therefore, those who follow the world of crypto automatically follow the opinion of politicians. How to treat this opinion is everyone's business. But I often do not understand the actions and words of politicians.

I don't believe politicians in my country they because working only for their own interest not for the sake of our country they are all hypocrite except the commander in chief. Most of them don't have idea in crypto so why should I follow them and one thing we have a lot of problem tackle first they should focus on that not in crypto issue.

First rule:  never believe what a politician tells you lol.  My view is that politicians care only about perception, only about how things look.  Not so much what it actually is.  I generally don't pay any mind to what politicians say about crypto because i believe that what they say is usually influenced buy banking lobbyists.   What they say has no effect at all on my view or involvement in crypto at all.

Following such people won't necessarily put you "ahead of the curve" , since by their manipulative claims they can easily put themselves in the post positions while using you .. It already happened and will keep happening . People who are into politics are just 1st class deceivers and sooner or later every politician's true face appears and if he's in a democratic country , he'll eventually stand in court for his deeds .
As for "important figures" and "whales" , we have already seen what people gained when following by letter who the McAfee guy said about investing in cryptos and putting his ass on stake if it 1 bitcoin doesn't reach 1 million dollars value by the end of this year .. People who invested @20k per coin are now down to a 50% loss of their initial investment , of course i can't blame the guy totally because that's how market rolls , but manipulative people have either spread hype/FUD for their own interest over the years and they certainly got what they wanted while drowning people in debts .

I follow news from countries leading economy. Their announcements are very important. Especially USA, China and Russia. Russia seems very possitive about cryptocurrencies. But news from these countries manipulate crypto market. Also fake news are dumping market. So it is important to follow politicians.

Yes, I try to follow the conversations and discussions of politicians. Because it's important. I understand that this is income, and they want to tax all of this. However, they do not know the methods how this can be realized. It is for this reason that they will better impose a ban than will find a civilized solution.

Well you should always listen and know what the politicans in a country are saying and the reason is because you are living there and they will decide what are they goin to do with the crypto or if they are goin to control it or tax it.

No, I don't follow politcians who says anything about crypto currency because i don't have time to listen their rubbish things. Cryptocurrency is like an elephant who is moving without any fear of  barking dogs.

As a crypto investor all of the fundamental that will affects my investment is my concern. Most specially those people in the government particularly the politician. They are one of the factors shaping the cryptoworld. It is our duty to keep updated in development in the political arena. Let us remember that those people in power would like to control almost everything. That's why they are very important consideration in crypto.

I don't follow politicians and all they saying about cryptocurrency. They say: "Bitcoin is difficult to understand for their citizens, don't invest in crypto because it's risky and you can lose your money. Cryptocurrency trading is fo professional." And my favorite as for atheist, patriarch Kirill says "that chirch need to educate peoples, to holy work, and don't succumb to fast money." Of course you can invest in bank and get whole 4% per year! Politicians in our county manipulate people.

This is certainly possible. But you can try and play around that.

E.g. since many people follow whales, they might invest freely whenever they mention a foreseeable rise up or something. And then you could sell at that point.

And I am curious about it. Politicians and their attitude mean a lot for some people, and as you know Bitcoin and other cryptos grow when belief in these coins is growing. Watch this video, where business gurus & politicians are talking about BTC:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcLIA2Sfyaw

I have my own ways, opinions and decisions regarding my investments. Politicians doesn't mean they knew everything regarding this matter. I trust my own instinct.

if you follow politicians, you're the sheep. You are the 80% of the market that always loses.

Politicians are great influencial in terms to crypto as well as the big names in different industries. They can either promote crypto or they will try to crash them in their own little way. This will affect so much in crypto since their voice are heard by not only one but of the whole nation. And if those people will make a move base on a politician' s view or the other way, expect for bigger changes of the price.

But on my personal view, I will only follow them if we have the same point of view, if not, I will not follow them. As simple as that. We have our own set of mind to decide wether to follow or not, just as long as I am free to decide and practice my belief, I will focus on mine and not on others.

I followed them, that is important news. Actually there are countries who already accepted bitcoin as the way they interact to business. Banks will welcome bitcoin in the coming future. Maybe that will be huge news everywhere.

Sure, I always try to keep up to date if they say anything important and if that may affect the coins in any way possible.

But they will not say anything because of pressure from crypto users..

I do not exclude that some politicians act in the interests of large investors in the crypto currency, and their statements affect the market. What, in turn, investors use

All politicians are populists, so i don't see any sense to hear what they say)

It's nice to read, most of u follow what politicians say and in my opinion it's good, because big figures carry a lot of information to us ordinary people!
For example yesterday I followed speech of German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, he warns on cryptocurrencies!
He said:
"When I look at the market developments of cryptocurrencies, I don't see currencies. I see betting games," Steinmeier said. "Preventing new speculation acrobatics and formation of bubbles is primarily the responsibility of the financial sector."

Steinmeier said it was important for markets to stay grounded in the real economy, underscoring the need to protect small investors. "Where do cryptocurrencies avoid regulation and steering through central banks? Where do they make possible money laundering, tax evasion and illegal businesses?" he added.

His opinion is good for me, good information and makes me cautious to invest.

It might follow or not depends on how they view and regards on what they say regarding crypto. Sometimes they just let it slip through their mouth without learning what it is all about. Or saying reverse so that it will be good on their side.

No I do not follow whatever they say about cryptocurrency. They dont have much work thats why.

Well you have to as it influences the common buyer and in turn the market.

At times not all but many of them are entertaining as Jokers who know nothing and simply talk gibberish.

There are some politicians who behave like a businessman. They tend make policies and programs in order to implement their hidden agendas specially where they can earn profits. That's why when a politicians talks about cryptocurrencies, i just ignore them. No matter how influential they are, I can do my own research for the information i want to obtain than listening to them.

I think they know what they talk about, they have so many advisers in every kind of area. If there is a problem in certain area, they have speech writers and those advisers tell them what to write, then the politician just reads, he doesn't (always have a clue), what he is talking about, he just replies, what advisers in certain area written! That's how it works, if the politician doesn't understand, those advisers, explain till he does!! And did you know, most politicians have teachers and they study with teachers about twice a week! This could be speech teachers, IT, economics and ect!

Every country, including politicians, has its own opinion on this and these opinions and actions are completely different. Of course, you need to be aware of all the news, because they affect the crypto currency market, but the information should always be checked, since it can be aimed at speculation.

I will follow suit selectively because they have more resources and information than we do. However, they may also mislead us for their own benefit. I will think repeatedly about their proposals and the discussion on cryptocurrencies and will judge on myself. Not exactly listening to them.

I do to an extent, but I also take it with a pinch of salt.

They are usually only against it because it's hard to tax and not adopted worldwide. As soon as it is, they will be singing about it. Remember most politicians flip flop to get their votes.

politicians, banks heads or any people or group that have power always have followers that follow them and depending on them if what they talk is good or bad can affect cryptocurrency. and i don't follow them but from time to time i watch reports and news for updates.

Quite rightly said! It is necessary to follow the news about the crypto currency primarily in order to make the right choice in investing in crypto.

i will never follow politicians as most of them dumb. Specially Donald.
They only build of ego and will never see the truth they only see what the consultants show them.

I always follow the politician related news, because what they say matter and affects the market. Look at this stupid subpoena thing and how it dumped the market, when it didn't even belong to the current date!  ;D

There is no knowledge that is not power. :)

And what's the point of following the news? These news tell of a fait accompli and as soon as we learn about the news, they have already influenced the market. We can not change much after that. Only insider information, from which very few people know, can effectively affect your decision. But you will not see this information in the news

I don't believe anything politicians are saying. They are never saying the truth, but always try to manipulate the public opinion.
So far most of politicians are trying to put a chains on crypto, regulate it and control it.

I try to keep in track reading news about bitcoin and how the government reacts to it. Actually it seems many does not give support in bitcoin because they think this cannot remain profitable in the long run, some actually advice people not to make any investment and that bitcoin can lose its value anytime. But as to me I don't follow what they said because I've seen how profitable bitcoin investment is and I'm confident that cryptos are worth investing for

Sometimes... however, it’s by far more important to follow what they are actually doing rather than what they are are saying. As the saying goes:”Speech is silver, silence is gold”.

Hyжнo пo кpaйнeй мepe пocтoяннo cлeдить o тoм чтo пoлитики гoвopят o кpиптoвaлютe,тaк кaк oт этoгo иoжeт oт чacти зaвиceть и кypc ee caмoй

The trouble is that the politicians are aimed at controlling people. And thanks to the crypto currency - they were deprived of this opportunity. This is very good for ordinary people, but for politicians .... So it turns out that now all politicians oppose the crypto currency or its centralization. So it turns out that all the actions that you are now witnessing are attempts to curb the herd again. So you think, do you need such power

I follow them. They seem to not have a clue what is going on here. Or at least they play this role.
I think they will regulate the shit out of us. 1 Trilion is a number of interest for them to go after. Below that, we are not players big enough for them to care.

There is different between real-power politician and some bureaucratic clerk who just move his mouth without any consequence :)
And so many fake news about crypto law ... that directly influence BTC price (and alts)

Governmental institutions will be tempting to control the crypto market. And they will succeed, at least partially. But it will take them pretty much time i think.

Sure I keeping in mind what politicians saying about crypto , but I'm aware this can be a simple manipulation , because I know some politicians is a big crypto holders , and thus they have a financial interest to manipulate human mind to make a possible profid on FUD .

Yes but i am trying to seperate a good comment and
a speculation because sometimes they are saying things like not accurate.

yes, i follow the head central Bank Indonesia. she's name Ibu. Sri Mulyani. and she says "Cryptocurrencies is not admit here, and forbidden to use it as a pay in any transaction in Indonesia. but its allowed  if u want to trade, or want to have some coin..".

Yea I read news from time to time and sometimes those news influence bitcoin a lot .

I do not follow politician because most of the time they are telling things that are really not true and only giving false information to the public. Actually they are just giving speculations and not really studying the market, they just based their opinions on how they see things without making their own research. Politicians are only concern to what profitable to the government and will not support things like cryptos which they cannot control.

Ofcourse. the government is the one who controls everything in a country, all the regulations and the other, even though they are not very interested, I'm sure it has a big enough impact

 I personally don't bloody care what the politicians are saying. There is nothing they can do this time. Do not panic! We are winning the battle. Cryptocurrencies are have come to stay and no greedy politician all over the world can stop it. According to my security friend and mentor the "Paradox box" has been opened and it cannot be closed again. All the financial evils they committed have been exposed to the world. So I don't follow what they are saying because they are simple distractions. Ok, they want to kill Crypto let them first kill the internet. Let me tell you our system is a decentralized system with decentralized servers. They cannot bring it down. The Blockchain technology has come to stay, the politicians should learn this time how to accept it. We gave them political powers which they used against us. We have taking the financial powers from them. It's our own freedom. The battle is for us this time. They will try but they will not succeed. We know all their propaganda. The media is their tool but it is going to fail. Don't listen to them. They are afraid of losing taxes. The banks are afraid of losing their jobs. That's is the problem! Emancipate yourself from financial slavery my brother. Nine years after the establishment of Bitcoin they cannot stop it, is it now they want to stop it. Think about it. Relax my brother and join the moving train. Up Bitcoin, Up Crypto. Are you with me?

I'm only worried about G20 summit in March. Got to see what their stance on cryptocurrencies will be.

I know what the government says about bitcoin in my country but I never agree with what they say, because they always forbid the use of bitcoin, so I do not need to follow what the government is saying about bitcoin.

If they are talking bad things about cryptocurrency then I'm will not follow them but if they are starting to talk lightly and they show support to crypto, I'll follow them. But good thing here in my country that they aren't banning crypto's so I need to follow them regarding updates and other stuffs they are implementing with their ruling about cryptocurrencies.

in fact I also do not want to follow them, but it turns out the market changed drastically since they make a statement, so willing or unwilling, I have to adjust to market conditions

as a citizen of course you must follow what is governed by the government. and if you break you must have violated the law and probably will be criminalized. but the Indonesian government does not ban bitcoin as a whole. they forbid bitcoin to be used as currency and payment methods only because they can not be monitored by the government. because it is feared it is used as an illegal activity and threatens its own local currency. I obey what the government says about it. but the Indonesian government does not forbid their communities to invest in bitcoin. but the government only commemorates to be cautious of crypto investment because it is fluctuating (risky)

That's true. Sometimes when an influential politician comments about bitcoin or releases a public statement, it sometimes affect the price because there are many who believe and follow them. Unless that the certain politician is an expert in crypto, then I don't think that their opinion have any bearing. I'm pretty sure that more people from this forum have more knowledge about bitcoin or crypto than some politicians and that their statements are just made for publicity since they are well known public figures.

That's exactly what my mind said. Politicians doesn't affect on bitcoin, If its going to financial service/management then it increases our concern. And it will be a matter of more concern when it comes to the central bank.

I dont believe what politicians says about cryptocurrncies because in secret they buy crypto as part of their investment portfolio. There also top bankers who invest heavily in crypto currencies ,so I don't trust their advice.

no, I do not care much about how politicians say about bitcoin cause they do not have any authority on bitcoin or the cryptocurrency. They can ban cryptocurrency but who cares, I will continue to use bitcoin because I trust the blockchain and their anonymous system. No government can know that I am using cryptocurrency. The crypto truly gives us a lot of hope and freedom among a world which is controlled by the government

Today head of European Central Bank, Mario Draghi was in European Parliament in Strasbourg. He warned once again, that bitcoin and other cryptocurrency are unregulated and risky asset's! Cryptocurrency has a high volatility and it should be purchased with caution! Mr Draghi said that the banks had shown only limited appetite, but recent developments, as listing bitcoin futures contracts, could lead European banks to hold positions in bitcoin!

I really don’t follow any information of politicians and bankers and even I don’t want to keep an eye on them any more. Well we all know that the bankers is afraid of cryptocurrencies, they don’t like bitcoin and they are finding the way to eliminate cryptocurrencies as soon as possible. For me, both politicians and bankers are not worth of trusting. Especially, they don’t have more knowledge relating to cryptocurrencies, they only know the huge influence that this crypto marketer take impact in. Maybe politicians always find many ways to control cryptocurrencies.

I follow what they say at times just to feel their pain of jealousy. A lot politician talk about cryptocurrency in my country almost everyday. These are just greedy and corrupt people who doesn't want the good of others. They know crypto is bettering the lives of many across the globe. All they know how to do is criticise crypto at their respective house of assemblies, they cannot succeed.  News of policians on crypto should not bother us or prevent us from investing in crypto.

The problem is they got influence and those who doesn't have any idea about this business are believing them placing crypto into a negative opinions,
I think if those politician only care about their people then they will allow this system to facilitate from their jurisdictions and start helping their economy,
I don't have that much interest as I live where politicians is not yet been well inform about crypto.

The politicians have failed in there plans towards the crypto world they are just full of jealousy and greed,they only want to enrich their selves,when they see other persons earn more than them they start grinding their teeth.

that was expected from them, politicians wanted to take advantage on cryptocurrency, it made a lot of noise in around the world, about its value and its potential. that's why government wanted to control it

Politicians always notice the ways to become richer. Therefore, they turned their attention to the crypto currency. But it's better to listen less politicians, they often lie.

the way on how they may influence other people and they have to follow them so that is more people may follow them for what they have been say and do for this is not as a good to be for cause sometimes there is some bad effects , bad result for.

Crypto currencies were not  created for the politician . It was created for people like us you and I . so why should I listen to those that do not have my interest at heart. They are only out for themselves.

It is prudent to follow the news, because policy changes and regulations affect businesses and bring about unforeseen changes. That said, our perceptions, our beliefs and convictions can make the required difference to any such decisions.

The politicians are usually the government officials when they are "elected" ,aspirants and ex officials. From whatever way it is looked at , politicians are people with interior and personal motives because politics itself is the manner or ways of sharing scarce resources.

Therefore, they - politicians can't say what will not benefit them whether directly or indirectly. Take away tax and what comes to the government, they might be looking seriously on how to totally erase cryptos from the face of the earth.

I'm hoping that the G20 meeting would bring more breath to digital currency .

of course I am doing.if you following the news you can find easily that kind of news.But in my country all politicians only says bullshit.REcently our government said'trading btc is a sin' :D.

Politicians are politician which means they cannot be trusted specially when it comes to financial issue. This politicians are only after on the tax that they can collect to people. They don't really care about how the technology can help the efficiency of payment system because if they really do, they will consider cryptocurrency as a legal currency in every nation.

You always gotta try and you have to keep up the politicans what they are thinking about to do with the network we are living from. Like if they are goin to apply taxes or even forbidden it like China and Korea set rules of it.

The problem politically is that they can not control all this system of crypto currency and they are enraged. And you can not create laws for the "people's" currency.

I think not all politicians, want their people/coutry to suffer, if people don't understand financial markets, they are investing, just because everybody is investing, it's politician's and heads of banks, job to protect people, from loosing money and getting disappointed in financial markets and his job is to inform people of curtain dangers that exists! After end of the day, you can listen to what they say and you can make your choice! For example some government (forgot the country), last week, made a speech to it's own people, do not invest in crypto, you could loose your shirt, if you don't know what you are doing! Anyway good luck everyone! Choice is yours, but I will definitively listen and follow them, what they have to say to us and what message they are bringing!! They sure know more, than us

Yes ! I follow seriously what politicians say about cryptocurrency. In Nigeria, the government of the day warns those involve in cryptocurrency or bitcoin to desist from it or the law will take its tool on anyone caught in the trading or anything that has to do with it. I am not bothered, because I dont see creativity as a crime. I buy my data, use my laptop, provide for my electricity on my own and use my time and head to do the any bounty or airdrop here and also connect with the world not just my country. I wish they will receive some education on the future need of this cryptocurrency.

No I don't as I find that most politicians will change their tune when crypto becomes mainstream.

I think politicians are a part of crypto ,they don't want to ban crypto
but I follow their posts because of daily spaculations.

It can go 2 ways.

The first is that yes, their words and actions matter  (looking at you - Donald Trump)

However, with a 24-hour news cycle, they are being asked to respond to a million things that would've never commanded their attention 10-15 years ago. 

So their responses can be shallow and/or gut-level because they just want to move on and deal with the items that they believe are important.  I'm assuming some have researched crypto-currency but not many beyond Bitcoin or the underlying technology for sure. 

Anyway,  my 2 doge.

No I dont follow what politicians say about crypto currencies, because most of them don't have the good knowledge about such currencies, and they spread mostly fake news to discourage people using them. I follow only what says the most experts in this domain, which started trading and holding many years ago.

I never pay attention what they say because they're continuously manipulating the markets by ciriticizing cryptos. They blame cryptos all the time.

Politicians have no profit to implement crypto in massive use and it's obvious. Numerous bans in Asia confirm it. But they won't be able to ban it totally and they'll have to accommodate our needs.

Politicians are simply pursuing their goals and they have influence. If they benefit from crypto currency, they will praise it, but if the crypto currency is not profitable for them, then we hear news about inspections of crypto exchanges and about the dangers of crypto currencies.

I personally don't listen to these people. They stand at the head of a corrupt, unjust banking system and their task is to retain their power. They'll say anything to blacken crypto.

They are all the same,they want to regualate the use of cryptocurrencies because it is a big thread to the government's fiat system preventing is better than cure this is how they think.They are bunch of bullies who doesnt know anything about blockchain's technology they just want to protect their own motives,they are using this crypto thing for advertising their candidacy because election is coming.

Another news from Christine Lagarde head of the International Monetary Fund! She said that international regulatory action on cryptocurrencies is unavoidable and IMF may be moving to be more actively involved in preventing the illegal use of cryptocurrency.
During the Davos World Economic Forum at the end of January, some worldwide leaders had the same mind about regulating cryptocurrencies, that includes U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May, French President Emmanuel Macron and the secretary of the U.S. Treasury Department Steven Mnuchin. Last week, senior officials from France and Germany called for the G20 group of nations to discuss cooperative action on cryptocurrencies ahead of a summit next month.
That only mean, a matter of time and they will be controlling/regulating cryptocurrency! Do you think it's bad?
I don't think it's bad! They want people and companies to pay taxes, a little less of income for us, but on other hand it will be more legal and have some protection system. Therefore you can sue, prove if you got duped and make a proof that whatever is taken from you (cryptoccurency), is yours not theirs! Well we just wait and see, what they up to )

Count me as well, I keep in touch with the updates. Because we knew that politicians are updated too and they comment and react for what they have seen. So far cryptocurrencies for them is a helpful to everyone, they go on with the flow.

It is that perception that has always made them to always kick against it and I wonder how long they will keep up with that. It is good though that they are beginning to understand that this is something that cannot be stopped, and hoping they do not perceive the threat to be much more in the future, but I am sure over time, they will have a way to always do what they know how to do best, which is to try to destroy good things.

Listening to people like them is like group of mad men who care less about the people who voted them in but their own pockets.

Yes.. Politians they are leaders.. It has a big impact to the trends of cryptocurrency on what agenda they have.

Only politians have a power now if they will not banned or banned crypto in their respective country. And, that will really affect the value of that crypto

The main problem is, the government will tell you: "In order to protect you from the risks connected with cryptocurrencies, we will take control over them". But in fact they will just take your money (in the best case) and put you into prison (suspecting you in terrorism). Is it fair? No, it's not. But as long as this is not regulated I will stay in the game.

I don't follow them because most of them are misinformed or deliberately misinforming people in society. They have to find a way to control and tax crypto because if they don't they are just missing out on a piece of the action for no reason. They now realize they can't stop it, they may as well tax it. The very fact that they call it "digital currencies" goes to show how ignorant and dumb they are about this topic. Unbelievable that people with this much money and smart people around then can be so ignorant. Laughable, yet scary at the same damn time.

Very well said. Politicians very rarely care about anything else than their own wellbeing and re-election. But their public statements are not to be trusted.

considering that the words of politicians (to a special extent) determine the future fate of the crypto currency, I knowingly watch it

As a cryptocurrency enthusiast I guess it's better to keep updated with politicians, big media persons etc. statements about cryptocurrency. Their bluffing, new regulations, or even speculative speeches have a huge role in cryptocurrency. As you know the bank owners are having tough times in this era of cryptocurrency(which is still a far from achieving its goal though) and now they try to put pressure on government's shoulder to impose hard regulations on cryptocurrency.

European Central Bank governor Draghi gave some great statements about crypto, but European politicians didnt. As i do follow what is going on, it was interesting that after a long well planned FUD campaign aimed at lowering bitcoin price and all alts with it, that came from several continents when it was finished a week ago, ECB comes with such statements. Well some people do understand that banning a new economy does not make them even more money.

That's really important, and it can change the face of cryptocurrencies. I follow this informations with a great interest.

I dont really trust politicians they are all the same,most of them are trying to take the advantage to have some support from the people especially when an election is coming not unless they have billions dollar investments into cryptocurrencies surely they will make some move to stop the regulation in their government.

Never ever trust a politician - however to not listen & keep track of developments in the political sphere would be like shooting yourself in the foot. Like it or not as crypto becomes more main stream governments are increasingly getting involved. There is no choice but to work in and around the developments as they occur. Crypto has been living on borrowed time in terms of regulation, which is why my portfolio includes a number of privacy coins ( Deep Onion being the number 1).

Hello everyone! Of course, I follow very closely the political discussions regarding cryptocurrency. And all the advice. Since this is very important, because anyway,the information can affect the coins. And it is always good to be aware of such issues.

I do not follow. I just listen and if it make sense maybe I will reconsider it.
listening to some sources is good to be a refrence from several different sources and make the right decisions.
because when they wrong. its not a problem . but when i am doing a  wrong its a problem .

I dont trust any politician they are not interested in with bitcoin ,blockchain or any technological improvement they just focus on taxes and they are aware they cant get tax from coins easily.

politicians have long been using crypto currency for personal needs, and on TV they say lies, as usual

Nope. I don't believe on them especially when they making a FUD on Bitcoin because they want to buy on dipped. Those politicians are the real manipulators on these world because they had a lot of money from our taxes and they will you use it to buy Bitcoin that it will benefit them.

I really don't; however, I have seen many write-ups and articles about countries, spearheaded by politician, regarding their views about the cryptocurrency market. I think many of them are quite doubtful and negative how the market really works, and that's why up to now, the rate of countries and people embracing the cryptocurrency market is still going slow. Politicians words' are a big thing with their people and constituents, therefore, if they would say that the cryptomarket is not a good market, then more people would trust what they say and believe them without even checking if its true or not. Sad but true, I guess.

They really do not have anything to offer, so why listen to them anyway. The thing is that most of them has decided not to even get some knowledge and all they just throw on the media are dumb tantrums, thinking they know it all and embarrassing themselves.

I really do not listen to them, as there are better and knowledgeable individuals to always learn from, rather than some thieves who care only about their pockets.

To be honest, it's not interesting for me what politicians talk about, because they live in their own world, which they created for themselves. But we will not talk about bad politicians. Because they still hold the current system. Of course many people listen to what they say and the course reacts accordingly.

I do follow, and I think is having a certain impact on the price/technology/people's perceptions. Remember, politicians are those people who are highly benefitting from the banking fees and they want everything being controlled so that they can extract more taxes into the budget.

I believe the recent crash was caused by China's political announcements on banning cryptocurrencies. Imagine if Trump makes such an announcement, all of his followers panic and sell their coins and the price will immediately go down. Unfortunately, cryptocurrencies are very sensitive towards such speculations.  :-\

Well, you NEED to listen what politicians say, because ti will have an effect on the market.
Of course, you don't need to BELIEVE in what they say. (actually, you can bet that every time a politician make a declaration, it's made with the intention to manipulate the market. And, as he knows what hi will say, you can bet that BEFORE the declaration he buys or sells after his convenience...)

Government in our country wants to start regulating cryptocurrencies, so I try to track what they say to be ready for any changes that can happen. It's always better to stay informed and react on any bad or good news.

Yeah, why listen to the set of people who have destroyed the economy system, looted funds the way they like, go against even the monetary policies while they enforce it on the common masses. They are bunch of hypocrites, so there is really nothing tangible or sensible that will ever come out of their mouth. So, listening to them would not really add to anyone and that is the truth.

Don't confuse "listen" with "believe".
A declaration of a politician, especially an high level one, can provoke big movement in the market, so it's mandatory to listen it.
Of course, it's probably a lie, but this doesn't change its power.

I dont trust anyone who says about bitcoin or crypto, because they dont know what they are talking about, so why i must trust them, they just trying to fight it.

The politicians all over the world are interested in cryptocurrency because of the huge gains that will come to the people. But most of these governments are afraid of the emergence of cryptocurrency because they are going to loose financial control. I follow the news to know what these governments are after. Most of their policies are detrimental to the growth of cryptocurrency while some of them are supporting the crypto movement.

I follow either Politician, Artist, Model, or whoever it may, as long as they say was facts and not just speculation or opinion without basis. If they well verse with crypto currencies, blockchain, smart contract, or they can clearly states the beauty of digital currencies that's the time i would follow.

I wouldn't follow them as they usually even don't understand how cryptocurrencies actually work and what are their real advantages.It's like rely on a person who's going to treat you from some decease while he doesn't know anything about deceases and medicine at all and trying to treat you using medieval remedies instead of a new high tech medical technologies.

yes of course because I think it's a rule to be followed.
it may take a lot of adjustment to get a very good idea to decentralize a project that we follow.

Of course you need to follow. Because it can affect seriously. Even some news is able to overturn the market. That's why I follow absolutely.

I think that the market can not fully control, they will be able to limit only the use of the country's crypto currency in any country.

Yes i follow all information about cryptocurrency .It is helpful for decentralize project.

Sure you have to follow them. What the say can impact the short term (with immediate dips or pumps) and mid/long term in the shape of regulation. Those who play the short game can profit from quick reaction to politicial/influencer comments, just as in the stock market.

I do not follow them as I regularly update the latest news on cryptocurrency issues. From then on I will understand better and have my own investment strategy.

Politicians days are coming to an end. They don't get it yet. The financial paradigm is changing because of crypto. It is an unstoppable force, politicians and governments are irrelevant.

You know if their solution is to stop or control cryptocurrency they will never succeed. How come that it will be a successful if cryptocurrency is helping the community. Unless they let it freely working and find a way on how it will become more a helping tool to the community they will always not succeed.

I agree with their point of view,  in the cryptocurrency market is very chaotic, there are a lot of shady, so does require certain regulation, but the bitcoin is still a new thing, so can't ban.

Normally not. I dont like the most politicans and they never say something good about cryptocurrencies. The biggest problem ist that a lot of influential politics say very bad things about cryptocurrencies on the mainstream media. They are spreading a lot of FUD and insure the poeple and thats why they are so many dumps. But the good thing is, they are more and more politicians who trying to understand blockchain and cryptocurrencies and even talk good about! So skowly it get better. So the future looks bright for cryptocurrencies.

In Turkey politicians see Bitcoin as an enemy. But they want to do something in this world too. So I dont care them in my country. Just I follow news about forbidden in the world.

I do not particularly follow the politicians, because I think that these people are very passionate about other world processes and for this reason they probably do not have enough time to understand what a blockade is and why it is needed

Of course you need to follow them: I know that they usually say only bullshits, but this declarations will impact the market.
Moreover, it important to know what they have in mind about control and taxes.

I read but dont listen to them. You should understand firstly who, what and why do this or that. Thats not so simple as it seems)

I agree, usually if politicians say something, then they primarily follow their own goals. Usually I follow the big news that can really affect the crypto currency.

It would be interesting to collect all quotes of politicians and other public VIP about Bitcoin and publish them in a book. I guess it would be a quite surreal book, which would preserve their pearls of wisdom forever.

Hello, in fact, the position of politicians regarding the crypto currency is ambiguous, because they are afraid to lose power because the crypto-currency is based on decentralization, and in most countries the financial system is centralized, and if you enter the crypto-currencies into the turnover of the state, will not control the financial system

To listen to politicians can be very irritating, but - if you want to know in which direction the market will move - you have to tolerate the pain.

Of course they say a lot of bullshits, and most of their declarations are completely false; but these declarations will move the market, so it's mandatory to know them, and to try to understand the effect they will have on the market, to take the right decisions.

Not for book - they deserve a museum I think. :)
Like a Madame Tussaud museum in London. Person and their boxed sentences about crypto

No because these politicians wants our vote that is why they are giving shit about cryptocurrencies,because the election day is slowly coming to us.So these politicians who are making noises are morelikely for their own benefit so people could vote their ass for helping the cryptocurrency community to fight the regulations of the government.

It's because not all of them can accept crypto, and most importantly there is no standard of regulation that strong and clear for now

Well, in this case, why limit the collection to the bitcoin statements?
If we collect  politicians' quote about anything, we enter in a very surreal realm...:-)
(there are some hilarious videos on you tube collecting contradictory statements made by VIP)

More recently, more official news and crypto currencies. Governments are worried, but there is still no consensus on what to do with us :)

The only benefit it can end up having is showing support for cryptocurrencies. They know it is a threat to the government and we all know the extent at which they keep stealing from the masses. Having something to challenge that is not going to work for them, but of course, they have the balls to even go to media to spew rubbish.

Nevertheless, I believe things are changing gradually and they are beginning to find a way to make things work between the government and the crypto space. Let's see how things go.

Usually i don't!

Actually, some ideas from some people gives us knowledge about anything. Even some of they were disagree about bitcoin or crypto, but they knows macro economics. The opportunity of bitcoin's project for a few years ahead is playing in real economic. I mean, it's possible to turn an economic wheel faster. An ICO's project for manufacture which needs a thousand employee, is a good ide to change all economists'theory in the world.

No,these politicians only wants to get our votes for the upcoming elections that is why they are making some noise to get people's attention so they win our hearts because they want to fight the regulations in our country,which i am not buying because most of these politicians doesnt know how the blockchain works.

Everybody has its own perspective about bitcoin and the cryptocurrencies in general - be it bad or good but whatever their opinions may be, i am just following what i have understand on my capacity that bitcoin and the crypocurrencies are life changer.

I do not follow any leader or person. I am just follow the crypto related news that makes effect on the crypto world. Now whether it has been told by any leader or by any business man or by any common man

Of course, as they declarations - even if they are false and irritating - con move the market.
So, is better to listen to them, and try to understand where they want push the market.

Honestly It is not all about following what the politicians says if its good or bad about the cryptocurrencies.Its all about our decision making that has an interests on bitcoin, its all about earning good money and how effective in our lives. Leaders can't judge a person what to do they dont know how it works this kind of transaction like this.But theres also a possibility that politicians want to introduce bitcoin in positive thoughts in order people encourage to do investment in bitcoin, we dont know the flow of bitcoin its complicated because it is unpredictable.

Well, only the ones that have a clear and deep understanding of the tech behind, blockchain importance and so on!

I tend to dismiss the ones that talks with this knowledge, it would like trying to have a discussion with somebody that have a very superficial opinion!

Only regarding incoming regulations or actions they plan to take regarding cryptocurrencies, I couldn't less what they think of crypto as a technology.

For me, I think it is important for us to stay updated with the latest news about Bitcoin and other altcoins, especially if that's coming from the politicians themselves. For me, they are powerful figures and influencers, so their message would affect the market.

If a politician would say something great about that specific altcoin, expect that the coin will rise and more buyers are coming in. However, if it is the other way around, expect to see a dump.

To speak is the work of politicians. For them, crypto-currencies have long since become like a bone in the throat. They understand that they can not prohibit them. But they can not control it either. So they are furious.

Agreed. They only need to attract your attention. They talk about things that are hyped. Cryptos are very hyped, so they like to appear in loud titles of newspapers.

Although government leaders or politicians are the people's choice. And they are actually a trusted people who holds a certain positions in the government. So if some politicians talks about cryptocurrency many people are interested to watch their opinion, and hopefully it will come in a very good decision which people also benifited. So, if a certain politician's have a good plan in crypto, there is no reason that people don't follow their decisions.

I don't follow any politician. Following the crypto related news that makes effect on the crypto world is enough. Official news are enough to know what is or what will be done with crypto now and in future. Staying informed is always good thing especially this day's when big things in crypto are starting to be presented like regulation of crypto, ban in some countries etc...

I never seen not even a single politician said sensible words about cryptocurrency even it’s negative is fine . Nobody could able to do it . I am observing politicians announcement because some foolishness he will tell then some fools starts to sell.

No, I don't even follow what econ proffessors says about crypto. Crypto is very new technology, its hard to even tell them about how ether works, I don't expect them to understand general rules applied to this market.

i really try to. but all sounds like FUD.

i think that the most important new i follow is about taxes these days.

Yes! And I think its a must to follow what politicians are saying about crypto. Heads of the bank and politicians can really make a big impact when making statement about crypto whether it was positive or negative. Following them can help to determine how the market will react.

Yes of course, it directly affects the cryptocurrency rates and I take precautions according to news about cryptocurrencies, including the sayings of the politicians.

I never follow politicians in terms of cryptocurrency because they are not the expert on this field. It is like getting an opinion in an Engineer regarding your health problem. I doubt if you take the engineer's advice.

I believe that you need to know all the news about crypto-currencies, especially since it concerns the country in which you are giv- ing. Influential politicians with their statements can to some extent manipulate the market.

I think in our investing with crypto we must always follow the development of information and analysis of the politicians who argue and issue opinions because we also know with the news that sounds a little bit has influenced the value or price of the digital currency

I always keep updated with views and comments that come from politicians, and since most of the politicians have investments in cryptocurrencies they are in effect manipulators of the market, and in my humble opinion some of them are whales. They have the financial power to manipulate the flow of the market. But that doesn't mean I should trust them.

The politicians' explanations against cryptocurrencies and the enacting laws that they cooperate with regulatory authorities are affecting the future of cryptocurrencies good or bad. For this reason, the countries that should be particularly followed are USA, Japan, China, Korea, Switzerland. Those who are not only politicians but those who have a say in their own field should be followed up in case the effects are taken into consideration.

there are difference between decision to put of money within the blockchain and the rest as the listing with the exchange brokerage of the less formal moderated arrange without the guarantee as with the regulation from financial institution to protect with laws on displacement on arrange of economical finance.

Yes, I too follow what our government has to say about cryptocurrency. Governments always wants to control everything, and that's what I'm scared of. They too would want to benefit from wherever their people are getting benefits too. Specially, anything that gives money as benefits.

I see your point, but I don't think so many of them have investments in crypto. Politicians are known to be conservative for once and they don't really have power over crypto so far. I think most of them have interests in areas they can control better, but this is just my opinion.

Today one of Federal Reserve System Bank of New York William C. Dudley answered a couple of questions related to cryptocurrency!  He sees danger in investing in to the cryptocurrency market, at the current moment and says it is very speculative mania around of cryptocurrency market! He is skeptical to assess the need of any specific cryptocurrency in USA

That is why it will never happen. Each country its own traditions (economical, first of all). It will be impossible for Asians for example, to start using some currency used in Europe. However, BTC can be good for each country.

If there's concrete regulation about cryptocurrency I personally should follow the law but not what politician says.

Don't blindly follow media, politicians, influencers, crypto youtubers. The majority of the info you get from these sources are outdated and noisy. Do your own research is the best way to get info about crypto.

yes i follow because in these days politician talk about cryptocurrency and politicians are the person who will find away to control cryptocurrency and update about the latest cryptocurrency.

It's for sure, you need to be able to analyze information, this is a very valuable skill. Lately, a lot of news has appeared, which later turned out to be fiction and untruth, but which strongly influenced the crypto currency market.

This kind of fake news usually have little to no effect to the whole cryptocurrencies market mainly because people won't simply trust a fake news out of thin air without reliable source but a mistake that accidentally created "fake" news like what korean have done did really affected the whole market until they make further announcement regarding this matter and reversed what they've said and finally stating that they're not banning cryptocurrencies but instead tighten the regulation existed.

Going with what they say is going to cause a lot of money be put in the drain. Learn from your mistakes.

I don't care what politicians would say about Bitcoin, Blockchain and Cryptocurrency stuff because they don't have the entire fact about the future of our monetary system. Politicians' personal opinions as such are not so important but all should follow the political and regulatory trends in the crypto field.

No, not really. Nobody should. Its better to follow investment experts, technology and crypto enthusiasts etc

Lot of people here say that they don't listen to politicians.
I understand how irritating it can be, but their declaration move the market. More over, as most crypto investors are inexperienced, they react very strongly. So, to listen to them is a good way to predict where the market will go.

I heard the words of some politicians in our country that crypto and bitcoin are fraud and pyramid.  And later I learned that they themselves invest in the cryptocurrency large amounts).  Therefore, I do not pay attention to what people say that is not directly related to the cryptocurrency.

Politicians are the main source of market manipulation, so you MUST listen to them, if you want to know where the market will go.
Of course, "to listen" doesn't mean "to believe": simply, take their declarations as some indicators to help you in taking the right decision.

Yes, almost all politicians keep hundreds of bitcoins in their stocks!
I watched on TV as politicians of Ukraine told about bitcoin, so each of them has at least 4,000 biticoins!
I think they know something!

Politicians change their minds about crypto every now and then. I think they just try to manipulate the crypto market. We should not take seriously the statements of politicians about the prohibition of crypto. Crypto can't be forbidden.

Yes, this is a good example of how misinterpreted news had a huge impact on the entire crypto currency market. The ability to analyze information would be very useful in this case.  ;)

I always try to keep updated about what's happening in the crypto world because it is necessary. 

I follow some on the twitter, they don't exactly say that they are working on the bank or on the government since it's risky for them to be reported on social media, but you can observe from their tweet since the posted it before it comes out on the news, haha, some are saying they are speculating it but you can detect from their statement that is true and not just a rumors.

Do u follow what politicians say about cryptocurrency???

my answer to this quiestion is no. not only for cryptocurrency, in my real life also i never listen what politicians say

because they always have a politics answer and they have a natural talent of being fickle minded

I agree these guys have so much influence and if their influence is channeled in the right direction cryptocurrencies could benefit from this but sometimes these guys don't speak facts but its good that crypto is now in the public domaiin for everyone of us.

of course you have to keep up what's happening in the crypto world

of course I follow all the information and news circulating about crypto currency because the information is very important and I take the information positive and truth can be justified

Yes, of course, I read any news about cryptocurrencies. I personally do not understand how you can bring this all to legal format without centralization. Perhaps smart people will find solutions that will satisfy everyone. But as practice shows, politics will again create some kind of nonsense, which will make worse to everyone.

Even if i don't value their opinion it is important to see what they have to say.  They are pretty much deciding about the future of this whole crypto world . But you can see technically they have no idea what they are talking about , so let's hope they don't do to much damage in the regulations they will come up with.

Sometimes they says about cryptocurrencies because it is modern to talk about it. But sometimes they says opinion of goverments or banks etc. Sometimes I follow .

I am sure, most of politicians are certainly investing into crypto by themselves. And we can say it is under control while withdrawing crypto into $. Because you have to report to the tax authorities where does the money come from. Anyway, it is always reasonable to follow the news.

I'm not inclined to trust the opinions of politicians because they already talk so much and sometimes about what they do not understand at all

Politicians are deceitful pigs, but they have power in their hands. I try to follow all the news, including news from the world of cryptocurrency. So far, the government in my country has not progressed further than polemics and prohibitions.

I follow the news.
There are only few of them who understand possibilities of crypto usage.
Unfortunately most of them either do not understand how to use cryptocurrency or want to take control over its usage.

No I don't.  It's hard to believe them, even in areas they are suppose to be good in such as politics. I'm a very optimistic person in general so I try to believe people in general are good.  Any statement by politicians in general can be read as self serving over 90% of the time.

Sometimes? Really? Politicians talk about topics they don't understand more than 50% of the time. And in the matter of crypto, 90% of them have no clue what they are talking about. Unfortunately they do a lot of damage.   

me yes, but like 90% of people no. the problem is that politicians are actually the worst enemy of crypto.

Yes , I myself also following such things because these are always giving a indication that what can be done in small.time , sometimes particular politician talk about the bitcoin in positive way then chances are there for the bitcoin get up and also when talk negative then price get down , so we can have better opportunity according to that what they say .
And also I remembered well that when the first time I started my trading then that was the mainly based upon the politicians about blry and Trump coin , where it was prediction that mrs Hillery will win the all debate and will prove herself a winner and that was expected that blry coin with her name will get famouse , so people stated investment before the election and at that time I made much before the result of the election in America .
So these have much impact at the market of the cryptocurrency but we need to see that in which way they are taking ( negative or positive ) .

I know that to listen to politicians is very irritating, but they are influencers and their declarations move the market.
So, it's better to listen to their claim to understand in what direction to invest.

Somewhat yes, because their opinions are based on factual research but I do think twice knowing that in the political world people tend to be biased or doing things for their own favor. But keeping up to date is great tracer of how is the state of the economy with the birth of bitcoin. Nevertheless opinions are just mere opinions, it's up to you if you're going to follow it.

i follow everything crypto related because to stay in this game you got to keep your self updated

If we follow what politicians say, then I think we will destroy ourselves very quickly, because politicians do not have a stable opinion on the situation in the world. I'm not going to talk about them, I just say that for me it does not matter what they say

Microsoft founder Bill Gates believes that using crypto-currencies is risky and dangerous. He said this on the website Reddit. He noted that today crypto-currencies are used for the purchase of fentanyl and other drugs, that's why they cause deaths of many people. The main feature of crypto currency Gates called anonymity, which, in his opinion, is mo re a disadvantage than a virtue.

No because they don't even know what cryptocurrency is, so how can i follow them if they don't have any idea. How can you trust someone which is not know how it works, how to do it, except only the meaning of cryptocurrency. Also politician are not deserve to used cryptocurrency because they can might use it in bad way, that can destroy the image of crypto.

Actually it depends on which side to look at this fact, because if there is a problem, then legally there will not be any more solutions to the problems if problems arise. It is quite possible to hide from taxes due to anonymity.

Politicians of the crypto currency say a lot and different. From the full acceptance of the crypto currency and to its complete rejection. Statements by politicians should not be taken seriously, except for some official statements, because they are always hypocritical and say not what they think, but what needs to be said at this time.

As for the representatives of the banking system, since the crypto currency is competing with the usual money that banks use, their opinions are almost always negative with respect to the crypto currency, and they constantly warn citizens about the risks that investment in the crypto currency is.

Of course, politicians are people who represent their nation, but not always they are no always sufficiently competing to make at least some statements about the cryptocurrency

you ned to follow everything crypto related once you are in this game so yeah i follow everything

Of course, as they declarations - even if they are false and irritating - con move the market.
So, is better to listen to them, and try to understand where they want push the market.

Yes , not only from this year or from recent time but from very starting when I was in both after 2-3 months .
In the starting when I was in bitcoin then I was making very small amount of earnings from signature campaign, so I tried to move another ways to earn and I found trading is best way of income but in actual pump and dump was totally unpredictable thing to understand but when I made perfect analysis then I found that there is a type of discussion always happen with few coins day by day and that becomes famouse and when they are discussed by the politics related people then they get much popularity and speed increase in price .
So I started to follow them and also I got better result from that type of things with politicians .

they understand that cryptocurrency can displace Fiat money. and all forces try to impose taxes or fully want to ban. they want a “piece of cake”.

I know that the British government made a report on the cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies, but they did not envisage that the cryptocurrency would become so popular that they would be able to influence the world economy.

I read that in some governments there are even special commissions on cryptocurrency issues. Well, something like that, so politicians have good advisers.

Following is different from getting informed. Even if one is not following being active on the forum alone would make one aware of one politician said at some forum or an expression of opinion in an interview or the likes and that what I do but following their instructions on what to do exactly, is just out of the question because a whole lot of them have a vague idea of what crypto is essentially about and relying on what they say would mean an haphazard decision with the high degree attached.

those with the customs of view as trader might work on chance with decision as expending use of most with the limit of possession as the examination as appealing use of release from the running position of market price.

Politicians are liars so not necessarily  ;D

Trends in the market vary very quickly, but the opinions of politicians about coins in general are changing even more rapidly. I do not think it's worth listening to such opinions.

The main reason to listen to what politicians say about cryptocurrencies it to smell in advance if the market will tank or rise. My guess is that politicians make statements to influence the market, possibly on behalf of some big financial entity which wants to invest.

No, i don't follow i just read the news. Politicians are saying what they want to say but most of the time they say what they don't understand.

In most cases, politicians doesn`t have a clue about cryptocurrency but this doens`t stop them from say something - they tend to says whatever they expect people want to hear, just to be voted again. So, of course I don`t follow what politicians say about crypto or anything else (it might help when you day trade, because sometimes panic sell can be anticipated). We all know they will say something but in the end they will try to regulate the crypto.

i follow all the things happening in the crypto world in this field you have to be on your toes.

Yes I do follow them as to all world news because they do create influence in the society which whether we like it or not creates trends to economic and mental status of the society which therefore affects cryptocurrency trends whether its btc or altcoins. If you want to be ahead of the game they play then you really should know them. But to be manipulated by those news is another story.

No, I dont follow them because politicians here are like sh*t. Soon, after gaining informations about this cryptocurrency they will only create project about this and think only for themselves. I don't trust any politicians here in my country because they only follow their desires. It is enough for me to discover this cryptocurrency and support other projects with my fellow citizen that is legit and the cause is for our society.

This cryptocurrency is just a stepping stone for them to be permanent in the position or to gain more respect. So i don't want to recommend politicians handle this thing or talk about it. Let the experts talk more about it and the politicians go away in cryptocurrency if you don't have good intentions in crypto.

I do not think so because the police do not know about the future of cryptocurrency, and the use of Cryptocurrency is not limited to certain people,
 so some do not use it and even help make the right investments or avoid losses.

I do listen to politicians talk about cryptocurrency and I think everyone who is interested in this line of business should. Their opinions form the "fundamental" news. It works this way, the politicians control the economists who in return control and run the economy. Cryptocurrency is in the field of economics. I do listen to them talk for that simple reason.

One of the main advantages of crypto currency is its globalization. This is also feared by the governments of different countries, since in this case the currencies of each country and the possibility of regulating the internal market

Yes, politicians have influence and they influence the crypto currency market. But politicians often lie for their own interest. They talk about crypto currencies only when it is profitable for them.

Politicians just follow trends and when voters talking about cryptocurrency politicians talking about it to. So following them is not right strategy

Yes, it seems to me that politicians speak only about what it is profitable to talk about. Politicians are very fickle, so I generally do not advise listening to them. More important news about new partnerships between projects, exchanges and companies, etc .  :D

Hey! Don't forget that politicians are professional liars, so - even if they declare that don't know anything about crypto - you can bet that they own a big portfolio of cryptocurrencies, and make declaration just to move the market!
So, it's better to listen for what they say: like it or not, they are influencers... :(

Yes i follow what politicians and leaders of banks says about crypto currency because political leaders and bank's leaders are the one who lead the country and if they announce some thing which is not in favour of crypto currency then we should follow those things.

I do follow politician whom I trust. There are so many politician who lies and do evil things to just earn something. But there are politicians as well that I love 'coz I believe there are still good people out there who is willing to serve his county and doing ting on a common god of the society.

i follow alot news or article about bitcoin from opinion goverment everydays . or every week .
im just consider it as warning or notice as prediction of crypto price . not really care about they say .

Of course, all the authorities want to start managing this branch of finance, because now the people have received a piece of power and freedom, and in their understanding it is not acceptable, they were taught in such a way that people are a herd and they need their shepherd. So now I try to conquer, I hope they will not succeed.

you know, our country is very interested in the crypto currency, the national bank even raises the question of what would make it a legal currency in the country, but also they want to introduce a tax on people who will legally work on the crypt

In my country they are still trying to come up to the bill forbiding cryptocurrency...trying since 2014 ;D but there is still no result!

Personally i will not follow such kind speculant statement.
But we are so many people in the market and have different thought.
Want or not we must follow the most people thought so we need to update the information.

I just listen in what their opinions are. But my own views and opinion I'll followed. Sometimes politicians only mislead us, or misleading in what we really need to know about the uses of cryptocurrency. Sometimes, if they can't get money on a project, they didn't support it.

its a  NO. no to speculate and hype with politicians. Focus on the research and study the possible coin you want to invest. Its your funds so don't ever base on politics it might be pump and dump coins for sure. Nowadays they use politicians  famous artist actors actress that will engage to coins or the project they want, then of course many people will follow and invest to the coin a blind follower and hype if you're in the market since lastyear there so many hype and speculates coins that involved politicians. Stay away study and focus trade on your own risk. good luck.

I think, actually all this news like "Mr.Nobody says, that their goverment will support/do not support bitcoin" used only for FUD and manipulations with the prices and have nothing in common with reality. At least for nowadays.

Nope. Given the challenges cryptocurrency posing to traditional businesses, how can we expect the politicians representing old businesses to be unbiased about cryptos? Only after the crypto industry grows out of its infancy stage, there may be enough interests to attract politicians friendly to cryptos and to counter the views of those against it. Only after that, their opinions will be relevant.

i follow if they say positive about crypto, but very less amount of them say about crypto indirectly. so it's better to avoid what say politician and concentrate on my job

Yes, I agree with you. I also just follow what is in my mind and heart. I do not care about people's talk about Cryptocurrency World. As I like and comfortable going through it, I will definitely live and bear any risks later.

Maybe I will listen what they are talking if I have time but in no way I will follow they advice. Why will  depend on them when we can already understand crypto currency, its use case, why it is better and how it works?

Actually, we shouldn`t be too concerned about potential regulators..
It`s a good sign, all in all..

Unregulated torrent is good example of what those regulators can do..
In illegal Torrent world they are loosing bigger money, then in crypto scams..
If they could, they would regulate Torrent first..
No need to worry much..
Crypto-Evolution will do it`s scope, in any case..

No, I think they're just riding the hype for their name to be brought up on cryptocurrency news(somekind of a marketing strategy). They will ride everything that will brought up their name to help them druing their campaign. So no big no no no.

Politician is sometimes right with there decission but if they something negative about cryptocurrency they were wrong because it helps not just the country but individual self. So, politician should agree about the crypto world because it has the capabilit.

Not too much. I believe that someday they can't ignore or rule it as much as they want.
It can be like too big too fail situation  :D

I actually only listen to them if they sound like they know what they are saying. Some sounds like they just heard cryptos a while ago and they talk about it now like they mastered it for years.

Everybody knows they are cronic liars and follow only their best interest, but it's a good idea to listen to them.
Their declaration have the power to push the karket so it's better to know what they are saying.

whatever will be the decision for the application of crypto currency at the G20 meeting I hope to bring the crypto world to a positive development. I think nowadays the government has time to open the eyes to progress in terms of the economy, especially globally and I think the implementation of the crypto system in the financial aspect is very important because crypto has a very good potential to create economic equity.

we should not follow anyone. We should think rationally and learn how to invest. Those politicians i think doesn't know what blockchain is, but if they are sitting on the great power, i think we should take in mind what they say because they can impact a lot of people's decisions.

I agree, even politicians understand that crypto currencies are necessary for the modern economy. The process of developing crypto currencies and integrating block chain technology into people's real life can not be stopped. Politicians just have to accept this.

Yeah but nevertheless from each respective government from a various countries do not have the same response or thought to whether it can adapt into crypto or not. I think a side of progress from each country is really visible if can be able to adapt into crypto.

Politicians dont know nothing about bitcoin blockchain today they may say scam 2mrow they will call goldmine i dont take it seriously

Nothing good coming from the politicians, they are the SH*T of all countries. the only thing in their head is what profit they get and never think about what good for the citizen. i dont know in your country, but mine is always like that.

Their say about crypto currency does not affect my views about Bitcoin. Knowing that Politicians somewhat somehow do things that can do them good disregarding it's people right and choice.

Even if they win from the crypto currency, they will talk badly about it. That people would not even think about alternative work, or about the opportunity to earn more.

Even if they are very annoying and often say nonsense, it is always better to listen to what politicians say, because their statements heavily influence the market.

Many politicains prefer traditional financial system so they are trying to harm to cryptocurrency saying that it's no good. That's why it would be better not to listen to them.

To me it seems that right now there is a planned attack going on against the bitcoin and the entire crypto universe. The reason of existence of bitcoin was to take power from governments and other centralized agencies and put it into the hands of the common people. Politicians are scared of blockchain and will do anything they can to control or kill it.

We know that our country many people  interested in crypto currency. Many politician talk about crypto currency because many man who work and invest in crypto currency not paid government tax. We should help the government by paying tax and no any person or politicians speak negative about crypto currency.

Depends on the politician, if they know what they're talking about, if their opinion holds any weight at all, so on.

I think more and more politicians started the speech for bitcoin, so this means that the bitcoin has attracted their attention, so I want to the bitcoin in the future will be more and more countries recognized.

Although they have a huge impact because they have control on government policy, some of them are ignorant about blockchain and cryptocurrency I only read or listen to them if they are in favor of cryptocurrency and what they are saying are backed by facts and studies.

I think one should always keep abreast of a issue

I think it's worth following them simply because of the regulations and/or laws they might announce crypto that might be important for your trading/investments.

Everybody has its own perspective about bitcoin and the cryptocurrencies in general.

Be it bad or good but whatever their opinions may be, i am just following what I have understand on my capacity that bitcoin and the crypocurrencies are life changer.

what is going to happen in tomorrow G20 meeting is any good news for crypto or bad news. Because market falling down and down.

Every person may he be a politician or has some other profession has his own point of view and that he says the things based on that. However, there is no such need of following anyone except the one whom you think as your ideal in the world of crypto currencies as if you will listen to what others will say, you will not be able to make out anything good as there can be people who don’t like this concept.

Yes, everyone talks and says when there will be actions. Even at the summit, preliminary they say that the issue will be affected but something definite will not be decided. So it seems that while the crypt can not prove that it is so valuable and necessary to all. Or someone does not take risks.

It's not we who should listen to politicians, these politicians should listen to what we're talking about. Politicians are chosen from the people to serve the people, so they must do everything for the good of the people.

if they say bad things to crypto, then i will never follow it. they are all lame liars and have no idea about the crypto world. and they are actually very worried about blockchain technology, because if it is applied in local banks then they can not corrupt anymore. (all politicians are corrupt!)

It is already hard to believe that they will accept at least some laws affecting the adoption of the national currency at the state level or have introduced payment terminals in everyday life. This would be at least a small step in the future, but so far only pour water.

No I dont't . I don't follow politicians at all... I believe its nothing what they say. I don't like interviews with them and talk shows also)

I try to follow most politicians and whales on their channels to see what they have to say about crypto and when they try to influence the markets and so on.

In any case it is not necessary to believe politicians, today they say one thing, tomorrow another. But in any case, their words have an impact on the crypto-market.

My answer is no, and that is because i am very sure that what they are saying about cryptocurrency is not true.
They can keep say whatever they like. I prefer to invest in Altcoins than to just keep my money in the bank doing nothing.

Exactly mate, actually we have our own thoughts and prerogative decisions we made. Since I was started to become part on this forum I just refer and rely to those friend of mine that I can trusted unlike those politicians that they just want their own wealth and I ignored them which I will do it on my own.

I do listen and read every news about the current state of bitcoin. Politics happen to be a very powerful tool in our world today and it happens that politicians want to use that power to control cryptocurrencies since governments do not get profit from cryptocurrencies. The difficult aspect of the issue is bitcoin happens to a digital currency and it will be extremely difficult to control.

No i do not. Politicans are not interested in cryptocurrencies. They have no idea how it works and why its so genius. The most politicants are just trying to change the rules of their gouverment to gain more profit with their companys and banks. So those people are working with banks, and thats why they will never be pro cryptocurrencies. Because cryptocurrencies could be a big danger for the banks. SO now the banks are trying to controll the politicants, that they shut down cryptocurrencies.

no, because most say it's a bubble and so on, but their impact on the market is very large because people are afraid that the exchanges will close, everything falls apart, and money exchange on fiat :)

It is necessary to separate politicians from different countries. In Asia, for example, the crypt has long had an official status, and what officials say there is a place to be.            

Do very care about what the politicans says, but cares about what they did.  Even now, the money in the market still much more than the same time of last year. It makes me have faith in the crypto.

Sometimes its not necessary to follow what politician say because they didn't know what cryptocurrency really it is, also they didn't know how it works, so how can i follow what they say if they only know that cryptocurrency is scam, so they stopping us to used it. Also i think they only want to control it, but they cannot, so i think its better to not follow them, its better to follow our own perspective in cryptocurrency if it good or bad to us.

I think the political influence is not so deep in the world of this crypto, because the regulator does not regulate the development of the world of cryptocurrency. they are simply trying to hold back the progress of the development of the digital world because of their own political interests.

In the political crypto journey there are opinions and deductions taking place that would impact its future and the workings of the world as we know it. Its a really crucial and interesting path, and one not only worth following but Essential to understanding the changing faces of crypto.

I think politicians, whales and other important figures are pretty much essential to follow if you want to stay ahead of the curve.

As expected. Cryptocurrencies have caught the attention  of these individuals and now they are on their drawing boards trying to strategize on how to manipulated this system.

Definitely not! I don't trust politicians. Most of them are a bunch of crooks who only think of their personal gains rather than serving the community.

Politicians pursue only their goals, they have an influence on people, so they can talk about crypto currencies badly or well depending on whether it is beneficial to them or not. But politicians and their statements influence the courses of crypto currencies, so they need to be considered.

I do not trust many politicians because they are corrupt and only think of themselves. I do not think they are really against cryptocurrency because I see them as they believe in the technology yet they can't favor because they knew they will lose control.

Unfortunately, this is one of the most urgent topics in the crypto world today. Politicians understand that crypto currencies (in the case of their acceptance around the world) deprive them of one of the main elements of control. We are talking about controlling the issue of money and financial instuments in general.

I've found that most politicians  don't  know enough about crypto so there's not point in following them.

The ones that do or deal with the financial sectors, for example, I usually try to follow them for news and how it might impact crypto usage and so on.

i am not follow any politicians, becoz i handle money myself, not them. They are corrupt and i think they don't  know enough about crypto.

One of the politicians warned his colleagues on the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) against excessive hype for crypto-currencies. In his opinion, since the fate of virtual money is not yet known, it is not worth using them in the national economy. But, it seems, the prime minister was late. Belarus has already become the first country in the world to legalize crypto-currencies at the state level, while Kyrgyzstan intends to introduce bitcoins into the system of state procurement.

Lately, yes, I'm doing it. I think the crypt is getting closer to full integration into the financial system of the world.

Sometimes I follow what the politician says about cryptocurrency because it may affect the market through their word of mouth. Politicians or the media has a major factor of the growth or decay of bitcoins value. Also try to follow politicians who have knowledge not only in bitcoin but in finance and economics. Many politicians today are voted by people because theyre just famous and influential. So, to summarize all we should follow politicians who have a direct knowledge on economics and finance.

I try to follow, I think everyone who deals with crypto currency, they are interested in what they say about this in the world, especially the heads of state. I think the conversations will be more and more and more interesting to follow all this

I agree with you completely, the news is increasingly talking about the crypto currency, and recently the conversations are more serious.  I think that soon will come up with five or six ways of honest selection of money, and after a short discussion legalize two or three ways.

I do not follow what politician say about cryptocurrency, they are just promoting their self  as politician saying anything not good for cryptos and bitcoin , they have no care for less fortunate people who trying to join bitcoin whos believe that bitcoin can change their lives, the politician are saying hings againts the cryptos and yet they can not help poor people to rise up and help them, so do not listen to this politician and continue on your faith with bitcoin and cryptos.

I really don't have time to follow what politicians have to say about crypto. Well, they kinda aggravate me and get on my nerves, so I couldn't even if I had to.

On the other hand, I did watch a local show that was on our national TV where they were talking about cryptocurrencies and blockchain. There was a guy from our local scientific institute (scientist), a head of a bank and an ICO advisor (lawyer). In particular, the bank lady was interesting. She said that they are also going to regulate crypto wallets besides exchanges. For all we know, most "serious" exchanges are already regulated, but I've never heard about that I would have to give my personal info for creating an online wallet. Still, this will possibly only apply to web (hot) wallets. I don't see how they could prevent us from being anonymous for creating MEW wallets for instance.

pThey are best speculators for certain issue, such as cryptocurrency. They will say anything about it because it is a sizeable amount of money provided in it. They probably want to control the issue of money in related to cryptocurrency, they know that any transaction is low of coast or free tax. So, the politicians think that it is such losing huge of money. It is nice to see and watch what they think about the cryptocurrency. 

i dont follow what politicians says about cryptocurrency because there are some politicians wants to defraud the crypto now.They will say anything about,they want to control the issues like money for their famous.Politicians also wants to promote their propaganda like in television they say not good in bitcoin and all cryptocurrency.

It is depend to if it's true or not because if i think thqt they say about the cryptocurrency was wrong then i do not follow it i must follow my self about the cryptocurrency. But if the politicians are true then i do not have any reason to not follow it because he/she have a knowledge about a cryptocurrency.

Honestly,I don't follow what politician says about cryptocurrency because in my country most politicians are against with bitcoin,they trying to stop us from investing in any cryptocurrency.

I do not follow them, they are useless and they do not do anything to contribute to society. The only thing that they can do is stole peoples money. Live yourself, if you trust on crypto, then do it to the fullest.

Politics can radically affect the further fate of the crypto currency. At a recent forum of finance ministers and heads of G20 central banks in Argentina, one of the main topics of the meeting was crypto-currencies. The financial elite is concerned about the possibility of money laundering using crypto currency. It is obvious that this fact will not benefit the development of electronic currency.

of course all want the best, because i always want to be updated with news especially about cryptocurrency. because there will be many be many things that will happen. i am just trying to follow the news because i do not want to be blamed about the use of crypto.

Do not forget that the capitalization of the krypto market is not as big as you see in the summaries. It is very volatile and in fact is much smaller amount. This amount is very small now and does not pose a big threat to the financial world. I think that in the near future nothing bad will happen and crypto will develop.

Listening to politicians is really annoying, given the level of hypocrisy and lies that are able to concentrate on every statement. But what they say makes the market move, so it's better to listen to them.

What politicians declare - even when it is false or simply stupid - must be listened to, because in some way it pushes the market in one direction or another.
This does not obviously mean that it should be believed. But listened, yes.

I follow them but not very often and my opinion about them is they are actually a bit worried if cryptocurrency really spreading their services will no longer be used and of course this is detrimental for them so they will find a solution to all this without stopping crypto movement because I sure crpto can not be stopped

many things will happen in the future . the possibility of the future is all the government must be a fixed tax for trade, mining and all platfoams, this is a platfoam that automatically benefits in government too so do not set cryptocurrency. it should be improved in the future.

There are some politicians who a few years ago bought bitcoin as a long-term investment and continue to hold it.

I follow what politicians say worldwide. I think a lot of people only focus on the negative things being said about cryptos. There are many politicians who are saying positive things too.

Government in our country wants to start regulating cryptocurrencies, so I try to track what they say to be ready for any changes that can happen. It's always better to stay informed and react on any bad or good news.

i usually don't believe what ever they said. it can be used for manipulating the market price.
what i want to heard more is about regulations of cryptocurrency.

We have seen many times how the decisions of different countries governments (China, South Korea) influenced change of the exchange rate of bitcoin and other alt coins. Do not underestimate the world government

No politician can enter this business and tell us we are reliable. They can not include politics. Without a concrete existence in their hands, they can not direct society.

The global financial market is worth $8.5 trillion a year,criptos are the biggest threat and disruptor to that system and the biggest threat to it that has ever evolved so of course banks and governments are going to fight it with every thing they can including orchestrating bans via the deep state.

I don't care what they would say about cryptocurrency, if they don't like it then it is up to them, no one cares what they are saying, I don't care about them too, their saying will not affect my decision at all, they are free to say what they want but they cannot stop us.

I don’t think that it is necessary to listen what politicians are saying about anything. People with a power a talking about the things which they are interested in. I think that it is possible to watch what are saying experts about crypto.

I do not follow what politicians say about bounties, they are always in it for their own benefit and do not care who it is that gets screwed over when they are making their profit. I listen to my own research, after I have done my research, the conclusion that I make from that research is what I listen to, I follow my own intuition and not what any politicians say.

I belong to India and india politicians means liers. So i never ever follow any advice of politicians, they just want money for their words. That's why there are so many films launched on politicans on the topic of Black Money. Politicans only see Bitcoin as a enemy, they just want to stop cryptocurrency (I don't know why).

Politicians always attract some people's attention and opinions through their own speeches. It's good for them. Get supporters by publishing their own views.

I don't believe and follow what politicians say about crypto currency,I prefer to follow what I learn in crypto and here in forum.Some politicians work for their own good.

See, the problem is that at first so many politicians and bankers are very skeptical of cryptocurency. And now they're turning it all around when it goes in their favor.

I do not really follow what politics is saying about cryptocurrency, I can only use those who talk about cryptocurrency that can make price movements and I will take advantage of the ups and downs of the price to give me so much profit.

When politicians care about Bitcoin, it's a good news for Bitcoin and the community of electronic money. Experts will have a fair market analysis .

Of course, I do. it is very important that they say influential people, regardless of the truth or lies they say and this has a very strong effect on the market

I heard that many politicians both for and against the Crypto-currency. It is in many beliefs has pros and cons. Simply politics is always for the standards, both currencies and the economy. Therefore, virtual earnings, which do not bring taxes to the country, are not very satisfactory.

this was to be expected. the state sooner or later starts to control new profitable spheres of activity. will soon develop a legislative base, regulated cryptory, will begin to collect taxes and everything will be under their strict control

I do not follow news from politicians who want to make a profit by manipulating the market, the politicians work just because there is something they want to achieve, they bring their ideas and desires in the name of people who love crypto.

I try to watch the news in the world! and unfortunately, too, I see a lot of bad speech about the crypt! I think there will be a significant change in the field of cryptography! since no state will not miss such a flow of Finance by itself!

Of course I don't do that, who are they? I can follow those things that are saying for example Roger Ver or Ian Balina, those guys who I respect and I know that they are familiar with the things that they're talking about.

Even whether i don't expenditure their feeling it is regulating to post what they compass to claim.  They are boss still concluding about the close of this entire crypto star . But you post technically they compass no end what they are conversation about , so let's assumption they don't do to still maiming in the regulations they will ejaculate up with.

 I'm not following because sooner or later they're gonna figure out how to rip us off more money . It is inevitable only a matter of time (

I do not follow what politicians say about cryptocurrency or anything else for that matter.  I am a free man and will use any form of payment that I see fit.  Stop bowling down to authority and be free.   

I don't follow what they say, to be honest. Really, guys, They ban crypto here, then accept it there, and then ban again. This news is all the same, you could swap any country name and have a new article for tomorrow)))

The answer, of course, depends on the country, so there will not be a controversial discussion here. No, I do not follow the government's instructions about crypto-currency, in large part because there are no such indications in my country. And in general, I consider it foolish to submit to the state in this matter - cyberpunks fought centralization, and we voluntarily allow to control our finances.  ??? ??? ???

I do follow, and I think is having a certain impact on the price/technology/people's perceptions. Remember, politicians are those people who are highly benefitting from the banking fees and they want everything being controlled so that they can extract more taxes into the budget.

No. It's like listening to your grandparents talk about smartphones or any other type of technology. Politicians themselves have no idea what blockchain and cryptocurrencies are...some guy who's probably googled blockchain for dummies has slipped a couple of keywords into their speech.

Politicians are politicians. Their job is to be conformists and say what the crowd wants to hear. They are representatives of the mainstream people. And we are early adopters. There is no way we and politicians expressing the same views, even though we might share them.

blockchain technology fits to every industry. todays trend is in the entertainment industry where athletes and celebrities are going into cryptoworld. check out https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=4585685.
blockchain is also suitable for politics specially in voting.

Its depending. Above me said that we need to ignore some people from politucians. We need to carry good news into cryptocurrency. Only follow people who have big impact with anything so not all politians that we need to follow. So always see the people.

I did not follow them unless they say about cryptocurrency is positive. We have own opinion and decision and we can decide to our own because our knowledge is enough. I hope no more government will say bad about cryptocurrency.

The rules they set have to be followed by the citizens. It does not matter whether you agree to their thinking or not.

I do not follow their advice at all. They want just their own benefits and crypto makes them less powerful.

Politicians and banks are engaged in real manipulation in the field of cryptocurrencies, I think many have already understood this. Just Goldman Sachs alone making a look.

Why would I want to follow what politicians whom everyone knows are not trusted say about cryptocurrencies? Whatever they do is something that they do for themselves. A lot of them do not even know what they are talking about when they talk about cryptos anyway. The only thing is that some of what they say can affect the prices of the coins and how people see the coins.

Truly! Also, I think its an absolute necessity to take after what government officials are saying in regards to crypto. Leaders of the bank and lawmakers can truly have a major effect when making proclamation about crypto whether it was certain or negative. Tailing them can decide how the market will respond.

For the news about the crypto currency, I try to follow carefully, but politicians sometimes say that it is profitable for them!

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I don't pay much attention to what the politicians say about cryptocurrency. These politicians do not know much about the crypto market and are always giving out speculations such as cryptocurrency being used for terrorism funding, money laundering etc. These are the very people who are in governmental positions and are always imposing regulations on the operations of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

I think if he is a politician who knows the cryptocurrency very well and can comment on the cryptocurrency objectively and correctly, then we still have to follow his views on cryptocurrencies because they are very influential people.

This cryptocurrenty is just a stepping stone for them to be permanent in the position or to gain more respect, so I don't want to recomment politicans handle this  thing or talk about it

Politicians says a lot and different things about crypto, from the full acceptance of it to it's complete rejection, statements by politicians shouldn't be taken seriously, except for some official statements.

This should be monitored, because this news directly depends on how the market reacts

As I hear from bank system representatives, since the cryptocurrency is competing with flat money, their opinions are almost always negative and without respect to the cryptocurrency.

Truly, obviously, I read any news about cryptographic forms of money. I for one don't see how you can bring this all to legitimate arrangement without centralization. Maybe shrewd individuals will discover arrangements that will fulfill everybody. Be that as it may, as training appears, governmental issues will again make some sort of jabber, which will aggravate to everybody.

It is important to become updated to the latest news especially if it is the people having high position who talks about it. It is good to see that cryptos are recognize by them and will be much better if they are not against with it. Will I follow what they say? I can't answer yes or no. Because I will just follow them if they are saying good but I maybe against if I think it is no good at all

What can they do ? They can not even block Telegram in Russia. The only thing that will stop me with crypto is criminal law, If they will set bitcoin transfer as a crime

In any case, the market often reacts to the words of various politicians and important persons in the world.
Often, different opinions and rumors can affect the market for some time.

For a very long time now, governments and not just politicians have been looking for ways to have control over cryptocurrency through regulations, but this did not work out as expected. The G20 meeting that was held was their hope of gaining this control, but they met something different. Virtually everyone knows that they are aware of the immense benefits behind this ingenious technology. They too are secretly into it in their different closets, yet they are not satisfied with it.

in my case i just listen to them what they are trying to say in the community. some explanation they are talking is not what really cryptocurrency is all about, i just laughed and think government is afraid that someday people will not needing government because of blockchain and cryptocurrency, the main problem of the world rightnow is curraptionand the only thing can stop curraption is blockchain for transparent transactions.

No I don't because I believe that no politician can manipulate or control the market flow. I think they could impart something but even politicians don't have enough idea about the basics of crypto. Whatever they say about it, I still prefer to listen to cryptocurrency pros for I believe that they could impart more knowledge for us.

no of course. The only advice is the basis for reference, if too dependent you will lose a lot of money

In general, I do not follow what the politicians say about the crypto currency. After all, their words mean nothing. I try to follow more organizations and people whose solution can really affect the market of crypto-currencies.

I do not pay attention to what the politicians say about the crypto currency.Recently, the words of politicians mean little.It is noticeable that the crypto currency on TV and radio is spoken much more often.It pleases me.More and more people are beginning to be interested in cryptocurrency and new technologies.

Actually, i don't listen what politicians say about anything!
When a politicin declares something, you can bet that he has a specific interest, and he is the first that doesn't believe in his words...

Not only politicians, but even the leaders of the countries speak about cryptocurrency. For example, in Russia, Vladimir Putin provided an opportunity to develop a new law on cryptocurrencies, which will soon be adopted. This means that it is necessary to follow the words of politicians to make assumptions about the further development of the crypto-currency sphere.

I am following the news about crypto so politicians as well. More and more of them appreciate the technology behind Crypto  and are supportive as  we could see on the last G20 meeting in July in Hamburg.

There are more and more countries that accept cryptocurrency and see it as a strategy for developing the country, which will promote this market to grow stronger in the future. I believe this will be the decisive moment for you to buy cheap coins and keep in the last few months of this year, I believe it will grow again.

I really don't follow any politicians activities except for our president.
I don't care what politicians would say about Bitcoin, Blockchain and Cryptocurrency stuff because they don't have the entire fact about the future of our monetary system.
But if they do said anything about Cryptocurrency, I consider to think that they might speculating out of their interests.

Reasonable and responsible politicians and central bank governors recognize that blockchain technology will be widely applied in the future and replace traditional methods and principles. It is possible that we should also agree with them.

yes I do but you don't know who to trust when but sure hearing something abount cryptos coming out from politicians or big players it's always good to listen.

I do not follow politicians and what they say about cryptocurrency , most of them do not know what cryptocurrency is, the state should not regulate it !

No. I do not. As a matter of fact, I do not follow anything that politicians say at all, because they are a bunch of liars and whatever they say are mostly to benefit themselves, and majority of them know only little or nothing of what the market is about, so for this, I rarely believe anything that they say most especially about cryptocurrencies.

Ofcourse not why would I follow them if they are the reason why my country was got into a lot of debt. I've decided to join cryptocurrency and blockchain technology because I really believe in these technologies that it will stop corruptions and manipulation in the future.

The essence of the topic also makes cryptocurrency open to the public, right?
He provides an opportunity to see transactions of millions and even billions every day can be done with cryptocurrency.

Good jobs sir!

I listen it, but not follow it. I evalute how theese news can to affect  cryptocurrency market and planing my activity then.

Politicians even in Nigeria are after their pockets. Politicians if given opportunity will want to control how we run our various homes. That is why I always like to follow them on serious investments such as cryptocurrency because the news alone about politicians taking over the market can influence the economy. Sometimes these politicians don’t know what exactly cryptocurrency is all about; all they are interested is that at the end of it money or profit from the investment will be theirs. I am still waiting to hear what their opinion on cryptocurrency will be like. With their empty promises they don’t need to control every sector.

there are always news about many states government raising the issue of bitcoin use and thousands of transactions that are being done promptly everyday

I dont care about politicians, as they are the crocodile in our world.
Most politicians are corrupt person, FIAT is good for them as they have so many of it.
Cryptocurrency will not be good for them, they want to continue what is they are having.

It’s a good idea to keep our ear to the ground with concern to what politicians are saying about crypto currency’s. However, it is their job to decide to dissuade us from entering crypto currency, as they want to preserve the Fiat currency regime which is slowly dying.

 In my country, there are always news about many states government raising the issue of bitcoin use and thousands of transactions that are being done promptly everyday...That 's imagineable because at the end they will be deciding factors persons of crypto currency fate...

Sometimes it seems to me that these guys live somewhere very far away in another universe and sometimes really begins to strain what they say, that's why I live in a different world, in a world where there are laws of life, probably so many do, but of course I adhere to that , What do we have to do

The authorities of many countries really can not yet decide how to treat cryptocurrencies. But regulation that would meet the requirements of the idea of decentralization would be needed.

I don't follow anything they say. Because I am very sure that what they are saying about cryptocurrency is not true.They can keep saying whatever they like. I prefer to invest in Altcoins than to just keep my money in the bank doing nothing. So I don't care about their opinions.

All countries of the world are thinking about how to start regulating the cryptocurrency market. I understand why. There is a lot of money in cryptocurrencies, capitalization will increase every year. Every government wants to profit from this money.

I do follow them at times. Many of the politicians are in against of cryptocurrency due to the risk involved and can also be used as money laundering.

I don't mind what politicians say about crypto, they are just after the money and what they say for sure wil be for their own good, so what I care about crypto is that if I can earn money here, I will do whatever I need to do on my own.

Sure keep an eye on them at all times.  They are your slave masters.  Don't always follow their advice but the more insight you can gain on them and what they are up to the more insider knowledge you will have at your disposal when trading.  You always watch the money printers.  They are boss.

Politicians perceive the phenomenon of crypto currency as a hindrance to an already existing financial system, since the crypto currency carries the principle of decentralization, and this principle deprives them of control over this system, so they want to pass laws on the regulation of the crypto currency

It is already hard to believe that they will accept at least some laws affecting the adoption of the national currency at the state level or have introduced payment terminals in everyday life. This would be at least a small step in the future, but so far only pour water.

Right. The dogs are barking and the caravan just keeps on moving. I rarely follow what they say, they are politicians for a reason: whatever they say changes like weather.

I am a person who follows the freedom of faith. I don't care about anyone's perception of cryptocurrencies. I only care if I can make money from the cryptocurrency market!

I just read the news and if there is news that can affect my trading or holding plan I read more closely. Lots of people say lots of things and the market is fluctuated by them. No need to take everything seriously.

I be stoic, and feel less concerned. because to me also that information isn't so important. I always observe only the odds in crypto. If there was a good chance, then I'll take it.

If politicians are behind all centralized banking and economical system and all the banks and institutions then they can take over even cryptomarket. But what can we do about it? Become politicians ourselves?

If it is reasonable and based on facts then believe in it is also important because it can also be used as a material consideration. But if what was not in keeping with the fact that there are of course not be pointless to listen to or follow a policy make. as long as it's good may be considered not to be a problem.

if one who talks about crypto is one who has experience in the world of finance or banking I will believe because they are experienced in the world of finance, whether it is real money or digital money, but it also depends on what is being discussed, if what is discussed doesn't make sense I also will not believe.

i prefer not to follow any politicians talks since it's just a waste of time. however mentioning crypto in their speech makes it more popular, kind of reliable ad

not really especially here in my country they dont even mention it and i dont know if they have an idea about it. but im sure some of them use crypto to hide their hidden wealth.

No at all. I don't trust what politician say about any aspect. What they now about crypto currency ? They haven't got a clue. But they understand that it is a huge market uncontrolled.

Base on what we have heard from the world government and political class about cryptocurrency in the past which seemed to have no basis on the cryptocurrency, blockchain technology and what it represents, I have decided not to be bothered about what politicians say about cryptocurrency anymore. The reason is that most of them just talk based on their instincts and not the facts they gathered.

I don't follow what politics think and say about cryptocurrency. There are many different views on crypto nowadays and I don't think that politics are competent enough at the moment to know for sure how the cryptocurrency will evolve over the next several years.

If a party from a Bank or from a Financial Institution cryptocurrency, then I will continue to follow it, talking about the goodness of cryptocurrency.
But if they talk negatively about cryptocurrency then I will SKIP the news.

I do. I do believe what they say including the good and the bad. I mean it's all part of believing in this kind of technology; to accept both flaws and positives in order for cryptocurrency to adapt and develop. I just wish all of my comments and notes materializr and develop the perfect cryptocurrency for everyone.

Definetly in this situation,i need to analyze before  i follow  the statement of some politician talking about cryptocurrency,therefore if i thinks its good outcome and the benefited are the whole community of bitcoiners then my decision are to obey they words,while in other hands if those there statement against cryprocurrency then,i would neglect everythings what they say's and i dont  mind them are important.

Not really, too much politician are just too old to learn a new thing, most of them are just to afraid of new things. Theres a day I recall someone expert in politic saying that e-commerce is a threat and as it turns out they are wrong.
Wait until our generation turn and then we can expect a perfect regulation for techy things.

of course, because information about the news is also important for us. with the news that crypto is widely hated by some of the perpetrators, then this will make crypto became negative and bad. so will definitely affect the price of coins in the market.

I took the positive side of what they say. of course what is being said by an expert in the economy such as the head of the bank is not without reason but certainly is meant to keep and look for the truth of what they say. though not entirely true at least it's become a good consideration to think about also how future developments for crypto.

Politics indirectly affects crypto currencies. Especially when crypto currencies are said by top politicians whose words are very experienced. But I am careful with this politics because they usually talk about crypto currencies because they have a specific purpose. The intention is usually to drop certain crypto currencies. I myself anticipate this by not necessarily believing the words of politicians about crypto currencies. I better make my own analysis of crypto currencies and explore crypto currencies from several different reliable sources. That is a bit of my thinking.

NO I don't. Just like what actors or other celebrities, I also do not follow what politicians say. I mostly feel like does people only care about themselves, and mostly when they give their opinion about certain things, it is usually for their selfish reasons and not the good of it. Other times, I really feel like they do not know so much, so why follow what they say?