The Theological Transformation of Blockchain Wizard BM

In the blockchain industry, BM (Bytemaster, real name Daniel Larimer) was once a prominent name. He led three widely-discussed projects: BTS (BitShares), Steem, and EOS. Each project was initially filled with revolutionary ideas, and each white paper ignited the enthusiasm of countless individuals.

However, ideals were abundant, but reality often slapped back. BTS pioneered the exploration of decentralized exchanges, but due to early technical bottlenecks and management chaos, it gradually lost mainstream attention. Steem, while once popular with the concept of a decentralized social network, later fell into stagnation due to governance disputes, ultimately leading to BM's quiet exit. As for EOS, it represented his grandest dream and was also the most controversial battle. Despite raising funds that shocked the world, EOS ultimately failed to deliver on its initial promise of a "commercial-grade blockchain operating system," leaving the ecosystem desolate and developers lost.

This three-time defeat not only amplified external doubts but also undoubtedly brought heavy psychological blows to BM himself. Once confident and believing that technology could change the world, he seemed to have turned in a different direction in his reflections—towards theology.

According to some social media reports, BM has begun to focus on religious philosophy, ethics, and spiritual exploration, attempting to seek the meaning of life at a higher level. He shares his reading notes in some private communities, with topics ranging from free will to ultimate concern, seemingly searching for inner order beyond the blockchain.

From a fervent technological innovator to a contemplative theology enthusiast, such a transformation may be the natural healing of failure; or perhaps, he simply hopes to find a new sense of belonging outside the cold world of code.

Regardless of how the outside world evaluates BM's choice, it is certain that he is still in pursuit—just with a different direction.

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