The cost of the electricity requirements to secure the transactions will eventually outweigh the benefit of the transactions.

Who will play BFL and Avalon?

Actually, consider a dystopian future; U.S. (or Chinese) Government seizes a majority of the bitcoins and builds up significant hashing power.  They accept taxes in Bitcoin, do whatever to bring them into their "strong hands".  Would you keep using bitcoin?  Assuming you can still send/receive as things work now.

I'm a little confused here, didn't he bet before the bet closed?  How does a transaction delay retroactively affect the time he placed his bet?

It's certainly made me skeptical of Anti-Money-Laundering laws.  It makes me feel better about the "Citizens United" decision.

Your trust rating is actually pretty low

Same thing police do with other confiscated property, use it to buy new cars.  Since it's the FBI, they'd probably use it for anonymous online payments while investigating drugs/porn/whatever.

Sigvertisements have never bothered me, I think it's cool that people can make a little money for something small and easy.  There can be confusion about what is a sig ad, and what is a forum ad.  This could make theymos's job harder if something illegal/viral is advertised, but as long as those are deleted I don't see a problem.

Maybe provide your own bitcoin forum that doesn't allow advertisements?  I hear that reddit is popular.

Government doesn't need to decrypt/steal your bitcoins in order to stop you from using them.  They just take your computers and little slips of paper, now your bitcoins are "gone".

Why are you so important that you can't be ignored?  If I bash theymos and then ignore him, is it OK for him to delete my posts here?

Which websites?

I'd be interested in hearing how to accomplish these with Bitcoins.  I'd imagine my babysitter is about as likely to accept a credit card as she is Bitcoins.  The credit card method here is "go to an ATM".

Yes mixing services can do that, but your name is still on a short list of people using Bitcoin.  How much and when you sent to mixing service will be tracked.

Ideally coin shops would sell bitcoins locally for cash, like you can do with gold coins; localbitcoins is another option but they'll be compromised sooner or later.

The difference between mining and buying is the anonymity.  If you mine coins, you have a truly anonymous source and can build up a truly secure online presence.  There's no way to buy the coins on an exchange and keep your identity private.  Buying off-exchange has other risks. 

This is why people might be willing to mine at a loss.

Having a bunch of small, independent communities that are vulnerable to one-man rule and aggression against their neighbors is even less moral, isn't it?  Forced taxation is probably the least immoral way for a nation to cooperate.

I've heard Javapipe is pretty cheap with good support. 

The main subreddit is here, there is lots of information on the sidebar to the right:
http://www.reddit.com/r/Civcraft/

Each nation has it's own subreddit.

The game server address is mc.civcraft.vg, and they have a Mumble server which is used a lot at the same address.

Reposting from the Politics forum: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=253634.0

Hi guys,
When I have free time, I like to play Minecraft.  A group of "Anarchist Capitalists" founded a server to explore their political ideas in a virtual environment.  Later they attracted Socialists, Communists, Mutualists, and people who wanted to try out some far out politics like absolute monarchy and islamic terrorism.  One of the funnier moments was when Allah was proclaimed the "One True Comrade", and all the communists were ordered to wear burkas, even the men.


Some details about the game: you need a Minecraft client on PC to play, which is 20 euros.  Most conversation happens on the reddit forum linked above.  Each town has their own laws and justice system, but if you go around robbing/stealing you will probably end up a prisoner.  There has been some trade using Ripple for payment, if you are interested in a "risk free" way to learn about Ripple that might be the way to go.  Of course, like real life, most people don't know how Ripple works, but at least it's actually been used before.

Anyhow, they are looking for more members who are interested in applying politics to real groups of people.  A member posted a good description of the world, and his political views about how things work:

http://www.reddit.com/r/Civcraft/comments/1hw2iv/mcdoublewcheeses_manifesto_the_invictan_principle/

The Invictan Principle

Today, we live in a world where a mad king reigns, where brotherhoods demand quotas be met by tired workers, and where an undead man forces his citizens to dig, and while they struggle, he prospers. Where droves of dying men are forced to dig in to the Iron Mountains, and where groups of barbarians roam the landscape, raping and pillaging. A world that is run by royalty, conflicting political parties, states, and crime. A sad, disgusting world.

Sovereignty

A geographical claim that is run by taxation, royalty, or political parties is immoral, and should not be allowed on our great, free earth. Every man, at wake, is given his own right to the land, body, and spirit. This should not be impeded by another man, group, or state.
A man is not willing to supply any wealth nor labor to any man, group, or state unless contractually agreed upon. Even if said man is the last needed piece in a struggle, he has the right to deny, regardless of opinion.
Commonly owned land is allowed, but not by an individual. No individual should have any higher level of access to a work that has been created by the labor of many. An example of this would be, roads. Roads are created by the labor of many so that they have an easier access to their entirely separate, private lives and intentions. Separate structures, works, and grounds may all be public, but on the grounds that everyone owns them, and they can not be changed. Changing the previous would be a violation of the NAP.

Disputes, Conflict, and War

Any man that deals damage, violence, or crime on to another, will be subjugated and brought to trial by the victim. While no man has a right to claim others property, or harm them, they have a right to defend themselves, and their property in the event that someone has over-stepped their boundaries.
In the event that another group has put a community at risk, the community may form an active militia during war time, and act accordingly. Singular men are not capable of defending themselves, and must seek the help of an ally. However, during peace time, an active militia should not be allowed, this is due to the power and responsibility that they would be given, not earned.
Private policing is allowed, and multiple groups are allowed. Competition is key. One, state-owned policing force is open for corruption, and has no integrity. A group that is looking to be sustainable will have to keep in business, any such acts of criminal behavior will immediately persuade any man not to trust said force, and another will be favored. Competition keeps prices, activities, and trust all in great standing. Some say competition of policing forces will result in war, however, they will not. War is not beneficial to any involved party, and is primitive, and savage. The largest group, the private citizens, will ultimately reign supreme in the end, and no policing force, regardless of size or power, will be able to trump the people. This would in turn be a violation of the NAP.

Economy, Market, and Labor

As said previously, any man is not required to work unless contractually bonded. However, some may want to work to achieve more from the surrounding people. Anything should be allowed, as it is a free market. If one man wants to sell diamond at twice the cost, then he is allowed to do so. Some favor state-run regulation to prevent these kinds of things, however, the people's choice will eventually run the man out of business, and without intervention. The people are allowed to set up their own currency, goods, or contracts. Nobody is forced to provide labor, or goods, and everything that happens in the free market happens because a private citizen sees an opportunity for himself, not to impede the lives of others. A free market is the best option because, it allows people to choose what they want to buy, sell, or trade for what they desire, and without intervention. In an anarcho-capitalist community, men choose to gather what they desire, and act as they want, as long as they do not conflict against another man's desires. This type of society is the best for innovation, improvement, and happiness. The free-market prevents any group from setting up a monopoly, or regulation, and allows every common-man to do as he wishes.

Conclusion

Freedom, privacy, and self-worth are the most important things a man has in his life. He shall not be impeded by another man, state, or collective. A man will always find himself safest, and happiest living by the code of this book. A code that prevents struggle, dominance, or oppression is a code that i will always live by, that others live by, and that i hope many, many more will soon live by.
Was bored, decided to write how i, and fellow people live in Civcraft.

Hi guys,
When I have free time, I like to play Minecraft.  A group of "Anarchist Capitalists" founded a server to explore their political ideas in a virtual environment.  Later they attracted Socialists, Communists, Mutualists, and people who wanted to try out some far out politics like absolute monarchy and islamic terrorism.  One of the funnier moments was when Allah was proclaimed the "One True Comrade", and all the communists were ordered to wear burkas, even the men.

Anyhow, they are looking for more members who are interested in applying politics to real groups of people.  A member posted a good description of the world, and his political views about how things work:

http://www.reddit.com/r/Civcraft/comments/1hw2iv/mcdoublewcheeses_manifesto_the_invictan_principle/

The Invictan Principle

Today, we live in a world where a mad king reigns, where brotherhoods demand quotas be met by tired workers, and where an undead man forces his citizens to dig, and while they struggle, he prospers. Where droves of dying men are forced to dig in to the Iron Mountains, and where groups of barbarians roam the landscape, raping and pillaging. A world that is run by royalty, conflicting political parties, states, and crime. A sad, disgusting world.

Sovereignty

A geographical claim that is run by taxation, royalty, or political parties is immoral, and should not be allowed on our great, free earth. Every man, at wake, is given his own right to the land, body, and spirit. This should not be impeded by another man, group, or state.
A man is not willing to supply any wealth nor labor to any man, group, or state unless contractually agreed upon. Even if said man is the last needed piece in a struggle, he has the right to deny, regardless of opinion.
Commonly owned land is allowed, but not by an individual. No individual should have any higher level of access to a work that has been created by the labor of many. An example of this would be, roads. Roads are created by the labor of many so that they have an easier access to their entirely separate, private lives and intentions. Separate structures, works, and grounds may all be public, but on the grounds that everyone owns them, and they can not be changed. Changing the previous would be a violation of the NAP.

Disputes, Conflict, and War

Any man that deals damage, violence, or crime on to another, will be subjugated and brought to trial by the victim. While no man has a right to claim others property, or harm them, they have a right to defend themselves, and their property in the event that someone has over-stepped their boundaries.
In the event that another group has put a community at risk, the community may form an active militia during war time, and act accordingly. Singular men are not capable of defending themselves, and must seek the help of an ally. However, during peace time, an active militia should not be allowed, this is due to the power and responsibility that they would be given, not earned.
Private policing is allowed, and multiple groups are allowed. Competition is key. One, state-owned policing force is open for corruption, and has no integrity. A group that is looking to be sustainable will have to keep in business, any such acts of criminal behavior will immediately persuade any man not to trust said force, and another will be favored. Competition keeps prices, activities, and trust all in great standing. Some say competition of policing forces will result in war, however, they will not. War is not beneficial to any involved party, and is primitive, and savage. The largest group, the private citizens, will ultimately reign supreme in the end, and no policing force, regardless of size or power, will be able to trump the people. This would in turn be a violation of the NAP.

Economy, Market, and Labor

As said previously, any man is not required to work unless contractually bonded. However, some may want to work to achieve more from the surrounding people. Anything should be allowed, as it is a free market. If one man wants to sell diamond at twice the cost, then he is allowed to do so. Some favor state-run regulation to prevent these kinds of things, however, the people's choice will eventually run the man out of business, and without intervention. The people are allowed to set up their own currency, goods, or contracts. Nobody is forced to provide labor, or goods, and everything that happens in the free market happens because a private citizen sees an opportunity for himself, not to impede the lives of others. A free market is the best option because, it allows people to choose what they want to buy, sell, or trade for what they desire, and without intervention. In an anarcho-capitalist community, men choose to gather what they desire, and act as they want, as long as they do not conflict against another man's desires. This type of society is the best for innovation, improvement, and happiness. The free-market prevents any group from setting up a monopoly, or regulation, and allows every common-man to do as he wishes.

Conclusion

Freedom, privacy, and self-worth are the most important things a man has in his life. He shall not be impeded by another man, state, or collective. A man will always find himself safest, and happiest living by the code of this book. A code that prevents struggle, dominance, or oppression is a code that i will always live by, that others live by, and that i hope many, many more will soon live by.
Was bored, decided to write how i, and fellow people live in Civcraft.


Some details about the game: you need a Minecraft client on PC to play, which is 20 euros.  Most conversation happens on the reddit forum linked above.  Each town has their own laws and justice system, but if you go around robbing/stealing you will probably end up a prisoner.  There has been some trade using Ripple for payment, if you are interested in a "risk free" way to learn about Ripple that might be the way to go.  Of course, like real life, most people don't know how Ripple works, but at least it's actually been used before.

VPS and VPN are the primary things I'd spend bitcoins on.  Would you list some vendors for us?