Thank you zasad@ for giving me an opportunity for interview. Here i want to share my opinion about this forum.
1. When and why did you become interested in cryptocurrencies?
To be honest, I first heard the word cryptocurrency in 2017. But then I didn't know much about cryptocurrency. I am a person from third world country. It takes a while for the touch of technology development to reach us. I then tried to learn a little about cryptocurrency. I searched Google and read some articles but I didn't understand much. Because I am weak in English and there was no article in our mother tongue about cryptocurrency. I realized then that this cryptocurrency is going to bring a new revolution in the next world and if we don’t know about it we will be far behind. But what to do, lack of knowledge about cryptocurrency, study pressure and in the tide of Facebook my interest in learning about cryptocurrency was lost for a while.
2. When and why did you buy your first bitcoin?
I bought my first bitcoin in July 2020. I still store my bitcoin. Because I think the value of bitcoin will go up by the end of this year. Although it is difficult to guess about cryptocurrency. And I can be called new here. I bought Bitcoin as an investment.
3. How did you get on the forum?
My younger brother joined this forum in 2018. It was from him that I first learned about this forum. He is a bounty hunter. He has asked me several times to join this forum and to work on the bounty. But I did not join the forum because I was busy with my studies. Due to the corona virus, all schools, colleges and universities in our country are now closed. We are all stuck at home. So I thought now is the time to learn about cryptocurrency. I joined the forum. Now I spend most of my day in this forum and i am very much happy to join this greatest Bitcoin forum.
4.1. What prevents mass adoption of cryptocurrencies?
It depends on country to country, society to society and person to person. I am writing the answer to this question in my context.
a) Lack of knowledge about cryptocurrencies.
b) Government policy about cryptocurrencies.
c) High cost of Internet in third world countries.
d) High cost of electricity.
e) Poverty.
4.2. How do you think mass advertising of gambling projects has a positive effect on the development of the forum or harms the community?
I think mass advertising of gambling projects has a positive effect on the development of the forum. Because who doesn't want entertainment. People's interest in the forum will increase day by day through mass advertising of gambling projects. Especially the young generation. Because I have seen some young boys and girls getting interested in gambling day by day.
However, mass advertising of gambling projects can have some negative effects on forums in the Muslim world. Because casinos are still banned in most Muslim countries.
4.3. How do you consider whether 2-3 years of experience in cryptocurrency is enough to successfully invest or does an investor need to receive special education?
I think 2-3 years of experience in cryptocurrency is enough to successfully invest in cryptocurrency. However, if you have education with experience, then it is best. I have no education about cryptocurrency. I have invested in cryptocurrency from a short experience. Because I know that not all investments can be profitable. This is how everyone starts and this is how an experience investor can be.
5. What do you think of the current Merit system and signature campaigns? Do they harm the forum?
Implementation of Merit system is a blessing for this forum.
Merits of Merit system
a) Its reduce a lot of spam post.
b) Now we are interested in quality posts.
c) We can easily recognize quality posters.
d) Payment distribution of signature campaigns is becoming more efficient.
Demerits of Merit system
The only demerits of the merit system is the opportunity to buy and sell merit. Some dishonest people are selling merit and sent much more merit in low quality posts.
Without the merit system, there would be no difference between a quality poster and a bounty hunter.
I don't think signature campaigns are bad for the forum. Instead, it has paved a way for the members to earn money. As a result, more people are becoming interested in the forum. Members are trying to rank up. As a result, the number of quality posts in the forum is increasing.
6. The most useful forum topic? Most helpful users?
In my opinion, the most useful forum topic is Unofficial list of (official) Bitcointalk.org rules, guidelines, FAQ
Most helpful users:
a) LoyceV : Without any doubt LoyceV is the most helpful user of this forum. He started a topic [self-moderated] Report unmerited good posts to Merit Source with a view to help the forum members.
b) DdmrDdmr : He is a kind hearted man. He always encourages a quality post first.
c) Ratimov : Ratimov is like a teacher for this forum. He create a lot of very useful topic everyday.
d) Little Mouse : I think Little Mouse is the most helpful person for Bangladeshi community. Here is one of the proof https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=631891.msg54246394#msg54246394.
7. 3 things you would implement on the forum?
1. I want to ensure merit source for all local boards.
2. I want to ensure Moderator for all boards and local boards.
3. Reviewing some rules for signature campaign.
8. Do you trade on exchanges or invest in projects?
Yes. I recently traded on the Bitforex exchange. I also swap a bounty token on the Uniswap exchange.
I have not invested in any project yet. However, if i get a good project, i have the desire to invest.
9. Tell a story about your big profit or big loss?
I have not made any big profit or big loss so far. I recently traded on the Bitforex exchange and made a profit of about 70$.
10. What do you think about the DEFI ecosystem?
I have a little knowledge about the DEFI ecosystem. I just want to say in one word all DEFI projects or ICO is not good. There are so many DEFI exit scam. Before investing in any DEFI projects or ICO we should do a research of it.
11. Is your anonymity a vital necessity or precaution?
Yes. There are still many countries like ours where cryptocurrency is banned. Citizens of all these countries are able to buy/sell or store cryptocurrency for anonymity.
12. The last cryptocurrency book you read?
I haven't read any books about cryptocurrency yet. Everything I read about cryptocurrency is on the internet.
13. Advise 3 cryptocurrencies/tokens for investment in the next 1-2 years?
1. Bitcoin (BTC).
2. Chainlink (Link).
3. Tron (TRX).
14. How much will Bitcoin cost at the end of 2020?
I think it will be 15k USD.
15. P.S. (Optional)
To err is human. Man's first mistake should be forgiven. If he makes the same mistake again, he will be punished.
I want to answer an extra question.
16. What do you think about moderators?
Moderators are the vigilant policeman of this forum. Their role in the smooth running of this forum is immense. They always try to clean the forum by deleting spam post. I salute all the moderators of this forum for their great job.
Thank you all.