Microsoft Founder Bill Gates made statements about Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies in 2 interviews.
In his statement published yesterday in Gate The Wall Street Journal, he said, "The way cryptocurrencies work helps commit some crimes. This should not happen."
Bill Gates spoke more moderately about Bitcoin in a live broadcast on CNBC television. Stating that he did not buy bitcoin, Gates said, "I am not against Bitcoin. I am neutral on this. Making money more digital and lowering transfer fees is something the Gates Foundation does in developing countries."
Speaking about Bitcoin prices, Gates said, "Bitcoin can rise and fall according to the current madness or opinion and there is no way I can predict how it will develop."
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