Edward Snowden, speaking at the Bitcoin 2024 Conference in Nashville, emphasized that while Bitcoin is making significant strides, the battle is far from over. He highlighted the risks associated with Bitcoin transactions, noting that they are not anonymous and can be traced back to individuals, posing a threat to personal privacy. Snowden also warned of the potential for big data to track every aspect of our lives through blockchain technology within the next 5-10 years, creating predictive behavioral models that could control various aspects of life. He urged attendees to vote independently and be wary of the political pitfalls and privacy issues inherent in Bitcoin. Snowden also spoke at a recent Bitcoin conference in Amsterdam, discussing how the financial system is rigged.