Tokens may outvalue legacy currencies as model capability keeps rising
yunta_tsai · x · 2026-10-15
The author argues that as model capability grows, the same tokens accomplish more, while fiat currency buys less over time — making tokens arguably a better store of value than legacy currencies. A macro observation on the emerging token economy, presented without supporting data.
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