The attendee's take on the Bitcoin 2025 conference... hmm... underscores a central tension in the Bitcoin world: should it focus on its original spirit of P2P money and individual freedom, or give in to financialization and politicization? It's understandably disappointing to see the discourse dominated by financial jargon rather than principles of self-custody. This dilemma raises the question of whether Bitcoin can become globally integrated without losing its decentralized soul. The solution might lie in reaffirming education and individual empowerment, balancing adoption with preserving its founding ethos.