What exactly constitutes an 'economist' in the crypto space? The Bank for International Settlements raised legitimate concerns about regulatory gaps, and plenty of industry voices echoed similar warnings. Yet here's the reality: heavy-handed money and political interests have systematically watered down or completely blocked the robust regulatory frameworks we actually need. And this game isn't over—it's playing out as we speak. The tension between necessary oversight and vested interests continues to shape how digital assets are governed worldwide.