10 Sep
1993
10 Sep
'93
2:12 a.m.
"Untraceable digital cash transactions and a brisk commerce in trade secrets could spell doom for the corporation as we know it. Hopelessly untaxable, such crypto-markets could also sap the strength of governments."
I can see it now - electronic governments based on reputation. With global communications possible, how would it be possible for *any* government to lie to its citizens? Of course, you always run the risk of drowning in information - but that's what filter programs are for, I suppose... -- Ed Carp erc@apple.com 510/659-9560 If you want magic, let go of your armor. Magic is so much stronger than steel! -- Richard Bach, "The Bridge Across Forever"